Radiation Therapist - Therapeutic Radiology - Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital

Roper St. Francis Healthcare•Charleston, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role directs the daily operations of the treatment area to ensure quality patient care and promotes radiation therapy standards and safety standards. This role is actively involved in patient care and assists in planning services to achieve hospital objectives. The Radiation Therapist works under the guidance of the Radiation Oncologist, Physicist, and Manager to deliver high-quality care and services.

Requirements

License in State of practice in Radiation Oncology (required, except for candidates hired to acute care sites in Virginia)
Radiation Oncology Certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (required)
CPR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (required)
Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Perform shift work
Maneuver weight of patients
Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings
Reach above shoulder
Repetitive arm/hand movements
Finger Dexterity
Color Vision
Acuity – far
Acuity – near
Depth perception
Use of Latex products
Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to potential electrical shock
Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
Communicates effectively by demonstrating strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
Reads and interprets written/ oral instructions.
Set and meets deadlines.
Prioritizes work.
Works independently.
Identifies and understands issues and problems.
Must be flexible and able to adapt to change.

Nice To Haves

EPIC experience
1 year Experience in Radiation Therapy and CT Simulation

Responsibilities

Sets up treatment rooms, devices, and parameters as ordered by the Radiation Oncologist.
Identifies patients and monitors them during treatment.
Reinforces instructions and maintains patient markings.
Positions patients according to prescriptions, requiring physical effort and mental application.
Coordinates treatment area activities and scheduling.
Documents thoroughly in treatment records.
Performs simulations, brachytherapy procedures, and daily quality checks on equipment.
Maintains equipment, reports problems, and observes radiation safety practices.
Assists in treatment device changes and follows instructions from Radiation Oncologists.
Performs ancillary duties, such as filing, answering phones, and monitoring supplies.