Proton Radiation Therapist - Second Shift

University of Arkansas • Little Rock, AR

3d

About The Position

The Proton Radiation Therapist performs proton therapy procedures and is responsible for patient preparation, immobilization, alignment, image-guidance interpretation, beam delivery, dose calculations, and routine checks on treatment equipment and simulators. The therapist must work efficiently and with heightened vigilance and accuracy, review x-ray images and report discrepancies to the clinical team, and understand proton therapy principles and the proton treatment machine. The role includes CT simulations and QACTs appropriate for proton treatment and dose assessment, patient scheduling and documentation, quality control, and education of students and trainees. The position works under the direct supervision of the Clinical Operations Director, five days a week. The center's single proton unit may experience downtime, so treatment days may be extended or rescheduled to ensure patients are treated. The position is subject to overtime, photon cross coverage, and callback as required. On-site training may be provided upon hire.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in radiation therapy and two years of experience in a healthcare environment, or a bachelor's degree in radiation therapy.
• Current registration as a radiation therapist with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and completion of an accredited radiation therapy technology program.
• Current licensure as a Radiation Therapist with the Arkansas Department of Health.
• Current BLS certification, or ability to successfully obtain certification within the first 30 days of employment.
• Ability to work efficiently and maintain heightened vigilance and accuracy in patient preparation, immobilization, alignment, image-guidance interpretation, and beam delivery.
• Ability to work flexible or extended/make-up hours in response to proton system downtime and patient treatment needs.
• Ability to perform duties subject to overtime, photon cross coverage, and callback as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform proton therapy procedures according to physician orders and departmental guidelines.
• Determine and prepare treatment setups within established parameters.
• Calculate monitor units and record patient treatment information in the EMR while maintaining confidentiality.
• Maintain and submit daily patient EMR information, charges, schedules, and census.
• Assess patient needs and treatment-related issues, recommend interventions, and act in accordance with physician practices and departmental policies.
• Investigate problems or unsatisfactory procedures and recommend possible solutions.
• Check patient EMRs for accuracy and proper documentation according to established procedures.
• Schedule patients for daily treatments.
• Maintain quality control of patient EMR and treatment parameters by regularly implementing guidelines.
• Maintain room cleanliness, linens, and supplies, and notify appropriate personnel of areas needing attention.
• Evaluate, teach, and monitor clinical and didactic education of radiation therapist, dosimetry, clinical resident, physics resident, and diagnostic students.
• Perform CT simulations and QACTs appropriate for proton treatment and dose assessment.
• Perform dose calculations, chart checks, and routine consistency checks on the treatment machine and simulator during treatment days.
• Review x-ray images for accuracy and notify the clinical team of discrepant findings.
• Communicate and work with the on-site engineering team provided by the device vendor, and assist with decisions during equipment downtime.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for qualifying staff and family.
• Holiday, vacation, and sick leave.
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only).
• Retirement contribution matched by UAMS up to 10%.
• Basic life insurance up to $50,000.
• Career training and educational opportunities.
• Merchant discounts.
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using the UAMS pharmacy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree