Radiation Therapist

Lifepoint Health • Johnstown, PA

90d • Onsite

About The Position

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Radiation Therapist joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. More about our team Radiology/Imaging Services unit provides high-quality diagnostic and interventional imaging services, including wide range of medical imaging procedures, including X-rays, CT scans, MRIs, ultrasounds, and other imaging techniques to diagnose and treat various medical conditions. Valuing and ensuring patient care, patient comfort, safety, and adherence to imaging protocols are paramount while collaborating with healthcare professionals, quality control, and the adoption of new technologies while maintaining quality control measures for equipment and processes, adhering to strict safety protocols, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards are key functions.

Requirements

• Applicants should have a completed Radiation Therapy Technology training at an Approved program by the American Society of Radiologic Technology.
• Complete Radiation Therapist certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists within one year of employment or have met requirements to work as a Radiation Therapist in the state of PA.
• BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Administers radiation therapy treatments, interpreting and executing these plans as defined in the treatment protocols.
• Insures proper positioning and exposure to patients according to the dosimetry planning and physician prescription.
• Maintains the required treatment records.
• Performs simulations and assist with CT simulations when available.
• Reviews weekly physician reports as per technical maintenance and continuance of care.
• Fabricates electron shielding blocks as per radiation oncologist orders.
• Takes portal images / cone beam imaging using linear accelerators on board imaging system for simulation in order to check position of treatment beams with respect to patient anatomy. Also perform weekly portal imaging as dictated by the Oncologist.
• Performs simple dosimetry calculations and checks under the guidelines of the radiation physicist/dosimetrist.
• Performs quality assurance on patient charts under the direction of the Medical Physicist.
• Schedule patients for daily treatment/simulation.
• Prepares charts in anticipation of chart rounds and quality assurance weekly.
• Maintains stock as needed in the technical section.
• Closes out patient chart in ARIA when patients complete treatment.
• Perform daily QA and spot checks prior to treating patients.
• Assists the radiation physicist/dosimetrist with non-complicated procedures.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage — with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period — tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees