Th Radiation Therapist I

Stony Brook University•Stony Brook, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

At Stony Brook Medicine, a TH Radiation Therapist I, is a valuable member of our team, who provides clinical services to our patient population. The incumbent will be a member of our radiation oncology clinical team. The candidate will be responsible for the daily operation of numerous radiation treatment machines including proper documentation of treatment procedures and billing for daily treatment activity. This is a full time staff radiation therapist position. This person is responsible for administering daily treatment on Varian accelerators to patients using various treatment techniques along with simulating and scheduling patient for treatments. This person reports directly to the Assistant Director of Radiation Therapy. Qualified candidates will demonstrate superior patient care and possess outstanding communication skills while adhering to our high standard of excellence.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved program in Radiation Therapy
NYS License in Radiation Therapy
Member of ASRT and ARRT
minimum 3 years of experience

Nice To Haves

Experience with Varian Accelerators
CT simulations
ARIA record and verify system
Experience performing various treatments to include SBRT, IMRT, HDR and SRS

Responsibilities

Deliver prescribed therapeutic doses of radiation in accordance with physician orders.
Correctly prepare, operate and monitor radiotherapy equipment and accessories.
Interpret portal vision films and on board imaging.
Prepare immobilization devices and bolus material.
Coordinate service with nursing staff, clerical staff, in-patient transporters and physics staff.
Assist in clinical instruction of students.
Ensure daily coverage of therapists on all treatment machines.
Perform daily review of all new patient and cone down data in the record and verify system.
Arrange daily appointments for treatments and simulations.