RADIATION THERAPIST I, FH - RADIATION ONCOLOGY

Froedtert•Milwaukee, WI

77d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiation Therapist I provides radiation therapy simulation and treatments to cancer patients in Radiation Oncology. The role documents required radiation oncology simulation and treatment information in hospital and Radiation EMR systems. It also involves explaining treatment procedures to patients as they are performed, communicating clearly and concisely, answering questions from patients and their families, and referring questions beyond the therapist’s competence to the radiation oncologist. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree from an ARRT-certified Radiation Therapy program, or at least five years of prior Radiation Therapist experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
Certification as an RT (T) Radiation Therapist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within 90 days of hire.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider (BLS), or an AHA-approved equivalent, within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

Provide radiation therapy simulation and treatments to cancer patients in Radiation Oncology.
Document required radiation oncology simulation and treatment information in hospital and Radiation EMR systems.
Explain treatment procedures to patients as they are performed, communicating clearly and concisely.
Answer patients’ and families’ questions and defer questions outside the therapist’s competence to the radiation oncologist.
Perform other duties as assigned.