Role Overview: The Staff Radiation Therapist in the Radiation Oncology Department delivers precise ionizing radiation treatments to a diverse patient population, following physician prescriptions and safety protocols.
Responsibilities include:
- Participating in Quality Control monitoring and ensuring treatment accuracy
- Performing patient assessments, procedures, and providing specialty care tailored to patient age groups (adolescents, adults, geriatrics)
- Documenting treatment details in Electronic Medical Records
- Recognizing limitations, seeking assistance when needed, and reporting adverse reactions promptly
- Educating patients and families on side effects and treatment aids
- Correctly completing patient set-ups and simulating treatments without errors
- Following safety procedures, including radiation safety measures and universal precautions
- Managing patient mobility, wearing safety badges, and participating in warm-up procedures
- Assisting with other tasks, participating in on-call rotations, and mentoring students as a clinical instructor
Qualifications & Skills:
- Associates degree or equivalent from an accredited program
- ARRT-T Radiation Therapy certification and BLS certification required upon hire
- Minimum two years of radiation therapy experience preferred
- Ability to treat and simulate patients effectively