Role: Staff Radiation Therapist in the Radiation Oncology Department, responsible for delivering ionizing radiation treatments in accordance with physician prescriptions while ensuring safety and precision.
Responsibilities include:
- Performing complex and precise radiation procedures, including patient set-up, simulation, and treatment delivery.
- Participating in Quality Control monitoring and ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Assessing and caring for patients across all age groups, educating patients and families about treatment side effects and safety measures.
- Documenting procedures accurately in Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
- Recognizing limitations, seeking assistance when needed, and reporting adverse reactions immediately.
- Assisting with patient mobility and safety assessments, wearing radiation safety badges, and practicing universal precautions.
- Participating in on-call rotation, assisting with student clinical instruction, and performing additional assigned tasks.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Associate degree from an accredited program.
- ARRT-T Radiation Therapy certification and BLS certification required upon hire.
- Minimum of 2 years of radiation therapy experience preferred.
- Ability to treat and simulate patients accurately.