Radiation Therapist, Marshall Medical Centers- The Cancer Care Center, PRN, 1st Shift
About The Position
The Radiation Therapist applies ionizing radiation to patients in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the Radiation Oncologist, Physicist, and Dosimetrist. This position functions under the authority of the Clinical Oncology Manager and reports to the Director of the Cancer Center. The Radiation Therapist assumes responsibility for all therapy modalities as they relate to simulation and treatment of patients. In addition, he/she may assist in the production of vac lok, molds, head immobilization devices, electron block and CT simulations. This Therapist works in conjunction with the other therapists in the Cancer Center to manage the needs of the radiation therapy area. These duties include but are not limited to: maintaining the treatment schedule, maintaining proper level of supplies, ensuring equipment is maintained properly, accurate and timely documentation, preparing administrative reports as requested, following all safety policies and procedures and being an ambassador for the good of the Cancer Care Center. This position, like all positions in the Cancer Care Center, is important to the proper care of the oncology patient. The Therapist is expected to demonstrate professionalism, a positive attitude and a spirit of teamwork at all times.
Requirements
- Graduate of accredited Radiation Therapy Technology Program (accredited by Committee of Allied Health and Accreditation (AMA)).
- Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiation Therapy (T).
- Certified CPR Certification.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of Varian Equipment and ARIA.
Responsibilities
- Applies ionizing radiation to patients in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the Radiation Oncologist, Physicist, and Dosimetrist.
- Assumes responsibility for all therapy modalities as they relate to simulation and treatment of patients.
- May assist in the production of vac lok, molds, head immobilization devices, electron block and CT simulations.
- Works in conjunction with other therapists to manage the needs of the radiation therapy area.
- Maintains the treatment schedule.
- Maintains proper level of supplies.
- Ensures equipment is maintained properly.
- Provides accurate and timely documentation.
- Prepares administrative reports as requested.
- Follows all safety policies and procedures.
- Acts as an ambassador for the good of the Cancer Care Center.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
