Radiation Therapist

Cancer Center of South Florida PLLC•Palm Beach Gardens, FL

19d

About The Position

In accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulatory standards, the Radiation Therapist delivers radiation therapy treatments to referred patients using information from simulation, dosimetry, and physician treatment orders. The role maintains treatment records and prepares operational reports, and may also involve simulations, calculations, machine operation, radiation safety, treatment-room preparation, patient positioning, and patient monitoring. The position performs duties in accordance with the mission, vision, and values of CCSF.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or completion of an accredited Radiation Therapy Technology program with active RTT certification.
Active, unrestricted Radiation Therapist license issued by the State of Florida.
Current ARRT certification and registration as a Radiation Therapist (RT(T)).
Current, continuously maintained Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Knowledge of radiation therapy techniques and modalities, including SBRT, SRS, IMRT, IGRT, and SGRT.
Knowledge of radiation safety practices, regulatory requirements, and state and federal accreditation standards.
Proficiency in radiation oncology electronic medical records and linear accelerator technology.
Demonstrated clinical efficiency and patient throughput.
Expertise in treatment setups, including documentation, immobilization device construction, IV contrast, and CT simulation using 4D respiration gating.
Skills in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience with Aria, GE Simulator, Varian TrueBeam, VisionRT, and Epic.

Responsibilities

Administer prescribed radiation therapy treatments safely and accurately in accordance with physician orders, dosimetry calculations, and applicable regulatory and accreditation standards; program treatment machines with prescribed parameters.
Position and immobilize patients on the treatment couch according to written technical setup instructions, using immobilization devices, shields, and positioning equipment.
Review treatment documentation before each session, including prescriptions, physician orders, dosimetry calculations, simulation instructions, and consents; identify and escalate discrepancies to the radiation oncologist before treatment.
Monitor patients’ physiological and psychological responses throughout treatment and escalate changes in condition or adverse reactions to nursing staff and radiation oncologists.
Operate linear accelerators, simulation equipment, and other radiation therapy technology; perform required daily quality assurance checks before treatment.
Perform CT simulation and tumor localization procedures to support target-volume definition and individualized treatment planning.
Enter and maintain patient treatment parameters, daily treatment records, and operational reports in the electronic medical record system accurately, promptly, and compliantly.
Explain simulation and treatment procedures to patients and families in a clear, compassionate manner, answer questions, and provide support throughout treatment.
Collaborate with physicians, medical physicists, dosimetrists, nursing, and administrative staff to provide coordinated patient care, including participation in chart rounds and daily huddles.
Schedule treatment appointments and manage daily schedules to optimize patient flow and timely care.
Maintain a valid, unrestricted Radiation Therapist license and fulfill annual training, competency, and continuing education requirements.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and follow applicable safety regulations, accreditation standards, ethical guidelines, and organizational policies and procedures.