Per Diem Radiation Therapist-ELM-12380-005

Mount Sinai Health System • Elmhurst, NY

92d • $47 - $47

About The Position

Under general supervision of the Lead Therapist, administers radiation therapy treatments according to the Radiation Oncologist's prescription under minimal supervision. Performs simulations and creates immobilization devices according to the guidelines set by the doctors and accurately places marks (tattoos) on the patients in order to reproduce the treatment set-up daily; keeps accurate daily records of treatments administered. Teaches radiation therapist students technical procedures, under supervision of Senior Radiation Therapist. May act as Lead Radiation Therapist.

Requirements

• Graduate of an AMA approved 2-year hospital-based certificate program or 2-year Associate's Degree program, or 4-year Baccalaureate Degree program in Radiation Therapy.
• ARRT registered or eligible for registration in Radiation Therapy with requirement to become Registered in 8 months or 2 exam sittings, whichever comes first.
• NYS permanent or temporary license.
• Basic knowledge of computer.
• Very good interpersonal skills required for effective job performance.
• Good written and verbal communication skills mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Accurately sets up patients for treatment and performs CT-simulation under supervision.
• Administers radiation treatments and maintains accurate daily treatment records.
• Performs treatment dose calculation using computer calculation tables provided by the Medical Physicist.
• Ensures that calculations are checked by the Medical Physicist by the second day of treatment.
• Checks the Radiation Oncologist's prescription to determine any mathematical or technical errors.
• Performs safety checks on treatment machines and records data daily.
• Verifies/localizes treatment area with portal imaging and submits portal images to be checked and approved by a Radiation Oncologist.
• Understands the function of the equipment and is able to use it to its potential.
• Explains treatment procedures to patients and answers any questions.
• Maintains visual and audible communications with patient during treatment.
• Observes the clinical progress of the patient undergoing radiation therapy.
• Keeps patients informed of any delays or excessive waiting time in treatment.
• Maintains an organized treatment room and stock rooms with supplies.
• Assists in scheduling patient appointments and contacts secretarial staff.
• Attends chart rounds, displays portal images and participates in discussion of patient treatments.
• Records treatment administered in patients' charts and verifies in all applicable systems.
• Performs daily QA and safety check as required by the regulations.
• Maintains out of service logs on the treatment equipment.
• Reports treatment unit malfunctions and takes the initiative in corrective action.

Benefits

• Salary range of $47 - $47 Hourly.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree