PRN Radiation Therapist - Danbury Hospital Radiation Therapy department

Nuvance Health • Danbury, CT

393d • $65,000 - $120,744

About The Position

The Radiation Therapist at Danbury Hospital is responsible for administering radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by radiation oncologists. This per diem position involves working various shifts and locations, focusing on patient treatment planning, monitoring responses, and ensuring safety and compliance with established practices.

Requirements

• Associates Degree in Radiation Therapy from an accredited ARRT program.
• Radiographer CT State Licensure required.
• ARRT certification required.
• Minimum of three years of experience in radiation therapy.

Nice To Haves

• Three years minimum experience preferred.
• Solid computer skills and efficiency in task concentration.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed doses of radiation to specific body parts, ensuring accurate positioning of patients for treatment.
• Designs and facilitates daily treatment schedules, orders, reviews, and exports daily treatment charges.
• Observes clinical progress of patients receiving radiation and recognizes signs of treatment complications, consulting with physicians as necessary.
• Follows department quality control measures for treatment delivery, maintaining accurate daily records of treatments administered.
• Performs simulation procedures and constructs immobilization devices, documenting all necessary information for patient treatment charges.
• Conducts daily quality control warm-up procedures on linear accelerators and simulators prior to patient procedures.
• Learns and applies new advances in treatment technology, assisting other staff members and adhering to radiation protection principles.
• Assists in follow-up clinic, patient exams, and receptionist duties, including scheduling and patient interactions.
• Maintains patient safety at all times, ensuring safe transfers and care for patients with medical devices.
• Practices continuing education and fulfills all state and national compliance responsibilities.
• Communicates effectively with healthcare team members, patients, and facilities, demonstrating strong verbal and written skills.
• Trains and supervises student or subordinate radiotherapy technologists.
• Educates and reassures patients and their families regarding treatment reactions and post-treatment care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly salary range of $31.25 - $58.05.
• Union position with potential for additional union benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: Associate degree