Schuylkill-posted 1 day ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Onsite • Allentown, PA
5,001-10,000 employees

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network. Summary Administers radiation therapy as prescribed by a Radiation Oncologist in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization. Travels between network Radiation Oncology sites as necessary.

  • Delivers a prescribed course of radiation therapy to patients and provides continuous monitoring during treatment.
  • Schedules daily treatment appointments, answers patient questions, and explains the procedures being performed.
  • Serves as a liaison between patient and other members of their care team and reinforces recommendations given to the patient concerning reaction to treatment and care of irradiation area, prevention or treatment of generalized and local side effects.
  • Observes patient for any unusual reactions or events.
  • Monitors radiation equipment inventory and follows all safety regulations regarding radiation exposure.
  • Participates in CT Simulation procedures and/or other treatments/procedures.
  • Participates in on-call, if applicable.
  • Keeps current regarding developments, trends and techniques in radiation therapy and equipment.
  • Associate’s Degree Radiation Therapy or equivalent or Technical School Diploma Accredited Radiation Therapy Program
  • Analytical ability to resolve problems that require the use of basic scientific, mathematical, or technical principles.
  • Ability to keep information confidential regarding patients and team members.
  • Ability to exchange information on factual matters, schedule appointments, record treatment data in patients' records, greet visitors, explain hospital policies, and/or relay patients' needs to appropriate personnel.
  • Knowledge and experience with electronic health records.
  • BLS - Basic Life Support AHA - American Heart Association within 90 Days and T - Radiation Therapy - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists within 180 Days
  • Bachelor’s Degree Radiation Therapy or equivalent
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