Lead Radiation Therapist

The Ohio State University

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Radiation Therapist functions as an integral member of the Department of Radiation Oncology of the Medical Center. The primary purpose of the Lead Radiation Therapist is to perform radiation therapy and imaging procedures involving the application of X-rays and radioactive substances to patients for simulation and treatment for malignancies and pain. The Lead Radiation Therapist is responsible for the accurate delivery of prescribed planned courses of radiation therapy to patients in the Department of Radiation Oncology. The Lead Radiation Therapist performs quality assessment activities, education, training, and oversight to radiation therapy students as directed by the Radiation Therapy Manager. The Lead Radiation Therapist provides daily operations oversight for their assigned location.

The Lead Radiation Therapist performs radiation therapy and imaging procedures assisting in treatment planning and maintenance of prescribed standards set forth by the Radiation Oncologist. The Lead Radiation Therapist reinforces advice and monitors patients for unusual reactions and events, observes radiation safety measures for patients and staff, and assists in student teaching, oversight, and supervision. In addition, the Lead Radiation Therapist provides patient education, participating in the education and research missions of the Medical Center through active participation in clinical education and clinical projects. and performs quality assessment activities for the Department of Radiation Oncology. Finally, the Lead Radiation Therapist is responsible for scheduling, workload management, peer evaluations, and general oversight of their assigned location.

Requirements

• 2-Year College Degree or equivalent education/experience.
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiation Therapy Technology.
• Licensed by the State of Ohio through the Ohio Department of Health in Radiation Therapy.
• 5+ years of Radiation Therapy experience.
• Meets mandatory education and health surveillance requirements.
• Demonstrates competence in technical, interpersonal, and cognitive skills required to meet essential job functions.
• Maintains registration and licensure through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and Ohio Department of Health.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiation therapy and imaging procedures involving the application of X-rays and radioactive substances to patients for simulation and treatment for malignancies and pain.
• Accurate delivery of prescribed planned courses of radiation therapy to patients.
• Perform quality assessment activities.
• Provide education, training, and oversight to radiation therapy students.
• Provide daily operations oversight for assigned location.
• Assist in treatment planning and maintenance of prescribed standards set forth by the Radiation Oncologist.
• Reinforce advice and monitors patients for unusual reactions and events.
• Observe radiation safety measures for patients and staff.
• Assist in student teaching, oversight, and supervision.
• Provide patient education.
• Participate in the education and research missions of the Medical Center through active participation in clinical education and clinical projects.
• Responsible for scheduling, workload management, peer evaluations, and general oversight of their assigned location.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees