Role: Staff Radiation Therapist in the Radiation Oncology Department, responsible for delivering precise ionizing radiation treatments to a diverse patient population in accordance with physician prescriptions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate radiation equipment safely, adhering to radiation safety measures.
- Perform complex technical procedures, including patient setup, simulation, and treatment delivery with accuracy.
- Participate in Quality Control monitoring and document procedures in Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
- Assess patient mobility, provide specialty care, and educate patients and families on treatment side effects and aids.
- Follow established protocols to ensure patient and staff safety, including wearing radiation badges and practicing universal precautions.
- Recognize limitations, seek assistance when needed, and report adverse reactions immediately.
- Assist with patient scheduling, set-up, and simulate new or changing treatment fields.
- Participate in on-call rotations and serve as a clinical instructor for students, providing evaluation and feedback.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Associates degree or equivalent from an accredited program.
- ARRT-T (Radiation Therapy) and BLS certification required upon hire.
- Minimum of 2 years of radiation therapy experience preferred.
- Ability to treat and simulate patients effectively.
Additional Requirements: Compliance with all organizational policies, standards of work, and conduct is mandatory.