Radiation Therapist - Part Time/Casual (as needed)

Ohio Health • Athens, OH

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About The Position

Delivers radiation therapy treatments as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist. Prepares patients for a course of Radiation Therapy inclusive of simulation, dose calculations and acquiring of treatment parameters.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree (Required)
• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
• BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
• DL - Driver's License - Department of Motor Vehicles
• LIC - Licensed in Field - State of Ohio

Nice To Haves

• Registered with the ARRT and licensed to practice in the State of Ohio
• Graduate of approved Radiation Therapy Technology Training Program
• BLS Certification

Responsibilities

• Administers Radiation Therapy treatments on a daily basis.
• Maintains daily record of treatment, inclusive of daily dosages and calculations and other necessary treatment records.
• Performs simulations, acquires treatment parameters, patient contours and dose calculations.
• Therapists who are scheduled to work 80 hours per pay, may be required to be on-call for weekends and holidays on a rotating basis.
• Maintains patient schedules for In-Patients and Out-Patients communicates frequently with families and hospital personnel to maintain schedule coordination and accommodate patients as best as possible.
• Monitors patient Condition and progress on a daily basis. i.e., patient weighs, skin care, reaction, etc.
• Assists Radiation Oncologist in performance of Brachytherapy procedures. Oversees and directs clinical activities of Radiation Therapy Technology students. Provides clinical insight to Radiologic Technology students, nursing students, etc. as needed.
• Participates in Department Clinical QA activities, new patient conference, tumor board and QRM.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees