Radiation Therapist Technologist - Cancer Center Radiation Oncology * Days - 40hrs/wk.

University Of Michigan • Wyoming, MI

284d

About The Position

This position is responsible for providing radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by the physician in accordance with established standards and practices.

Requirements

• American Registry of Radiologic Technology in Diagnostic Radiologic Technology certification (ARRT/RT(T)). Registry eligible candidates must obtain RT(T) certification within one (1) year of employment.
• Knowledge in principles, practices and procedures involved in the operation of ionizing radiographic and radiation therapy equipment.
• Knowledge of the human anatomy and proper positioning of the patient to provide treatment as prescribed.
• Basic Life Saving certification within 3 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Delivered accurately, a prescribed course of therapy as directed by a Radiation Oncologist.
• Deliver treatment with care, respecting the patient's rights and privacy.
• Maintain proper communication with the patient.
• Report any unusual reactions or events to the designated personnel and assist in emergency treatment.
• Observe radiation safety measures for the patient and staff.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient treatment records, films, summaries, and boost schedules.
• Exhibit competency in the proper operation and use of all radiation treatment machines and CT simulator.
• Perform simulations using departmental procedures, interacting with MDs and Physicists; maintain accurate documentation of simulation set up data, and assist in the planning and fabrication of immobilization devices, boluses, or custom shields.
• Participate, accurately measuring and recording, in quality control procedures within the department including but not limited to: machine warm-up, service requests, incident reports, chart checks, and chart rounds.
• Participate in Quality Assurance and Improvement activities as assigned.
• Maintain scheduling of all patients to provide: smooth and efficient patient flow, with the patients' needs in consideration, adequate lead-time for treatment planning and custom block fabrication, and proper pre-planning for any field reductions, boosts, or modifications as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist.
• Participate in the verification film process for all treatment areas including: actual filming initially and weekly, comparison to simulation films, documentation in chart and submission to Physicians for final approval.
• Ensure approval of port films in a timely manner, and make changes as necessary.
• Participate in and assist physician and nurse during HDR procedures(n/a at this time).
• Monitor, evaluate, and properly refer each patient daily for side effects, nutritional status, and prevention of generalized and localized side effects.
• Reinforce recommendations given to the patient by the Physician, Nurse, Dietitian, etc.
• Bill accurately and in a timely manner for: treatments, simulation, port films, and treatment devices.
• Maintain inventory of supplies (including stocking of gowns), as needed in each technical area assigned.
• Maintain effective communication and working relationship with physicians, staff, patients and public.
• Demonstrate problem solving and follow-through attitude to resolve issues/concerns.
• Maintain annual compliance with competency skills checklist.
• Completes other duties (assigned or unassigned) to fulfill department needs.
• Complete required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements.
• Comply with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids, chemical disinfectants, radiation, asbestos, and other hazardous substances.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served within the unit.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed