Per Diem - Radiation Therapist

Jefferson Health Plans • Philadelphia, PA

13d

About The Position

A Per-Diem Radiation therapist is responsible for administering radiation treatments to patients as prescribed by the radiation oncologist. They will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient care and treatment delivery.

Requirements

• Graduate of an AMA approved school of Radiation Therapy Technology required
• American Registry of Radiologic Technology and CPR (BLS) Certification required.
• Sitting, standing walking, carrying, pushing/pulling, agility (bending, stooping, twisting crouching, kneeling, turning), dexterity (handling fingering, reaching) plus Frequently Heavy lifting up to 100 lbs. max., lifting/carrying up to 50lbs.
• Visual Requirements: near vision, depth perception, and extensive exposure to VDT’s (video display terminals).
• Hearing Requirements: Ability to hear normal conversation, telephone communication, hear low voice volumes, whispers.

Nice To Haves

• Experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate positioning and proper delivery of radiation treatments as prescribed by the radiation oncologist, utilizing image verification via portal films, Image Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT) and/or Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) to document radiation placement and accuracy thus ensuring high quality patient care.
• Maintain accurate patient records, treatment documentation and appointment schedules via the radiation oncology computer system according to guidelines developed by the chief radiation therapist, thus ensuring efficient patient throughput.
• Perform CT simulations on patients as prescribed by the radiation oncologist for treatment planning purposes.
• Document all CT simulation and treatment data in the patient’s EMR (electronic medical record) to ensure compliance with the radiation oncologist’s CT order and/or treatment prescription.
• Maintain all treatment planning (CT simulation) and daily radiation treatment charge captures with accuracy via the department/hospital computer system.
• Adhere to safety protocols and maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Maintain daily statistics for review by the chief radiation therapist and administrative personnel to assist in budgetary planning for ongoing and future department expenditures.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the best patient outcomes.
• Provide support and care to patients throughout the radiation therapy process.

Benefits

• Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts.
• Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service.
• All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed