STAFF RADIATION THERAPIST

The Radiation Therapist, under the direction of a radiation oncologist, uses the process of ionizing radiation to treat cancer patients. Is responsible for collecting relevant patient information and using this information to plan a patient's treatment.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates the ability to select appropriate immobilization and positioning aids for simulation and treatment; Performs simulations for tumor localization; Accurately delivers the prescribed course of treatment to pediatric, adult and geriatric patients, under the direction of a radiation oncologist and supervisor; Provides patient education and monitors patients for treatment-related reactions and complications; Accurately enters and maintains patient treatment parameters into electronic medical record or paper medical record; Performs verification films and/or digital images according to treatment plan; Utilizes diode dosimetry and TLDs for dose verification; Accurately fabricates custom blocks and molds; Accurately completes simple monitor unit calculations and accurately interprets a computerized treatment plan; Practices and enforces all radiation safety requirements, monitors equipment for compliance with standards, detects malfunctions and makes appropriate response; Retrieves patient information and images as needed for simulation and treatment; Updates treatment room supplies and linen as needed; Assumes on-call responsibilities as assigned; Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department

Requirements

High School Graduate; Radiation Therapy Technical/Professional Training/Degree, certified; Basic Life Support Heartsaver (BLS HS) (Non-Clinical) - American Heart Association (AHA); Radiation Therapy (T) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); Registered Radiation Therapist in the state of Kansas, if applicable

Nice to have

Bachelors Degree in science-related field; 1 or more years experience in an out-patient setting or hospital