Radiation Therapist, 40hr - Days
About The Position
The Radiation Therapist must ensure quality patient care and maintain the highest level of patient and personnel safety. The Technologist is responsible for administering ionizing radiation therapy according to the prescription and instruction of the radiation oncologist. This includes checking informed consent, patient identification, calculations prior to treatment, and ensuring accurate patient positioning and comfort. The therapist maintains visual and verbal contact with the patient, delivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy with minimal supervision, and prepares the treatment room. They also maintain skin markings, observe patients for unusual reactions, monitor radiation safety, and assist in quality assurance checks on treatment equipment. Additionally, the role involves assisting in tumor localization, preparation of immobilization devices, and dosimetry procedures. The therapist is responsible for maintaining the orderliness of the work area, department records, and presenting a professional demeanor. They may also assist in the orientation of new employees and provide technical guidance to others.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy Program
- Trained in equipment maintenance
- General understanding of Physics, Anatomy and Physiology
- Excellent communication skills
- Registry eligible for ARRT.
- Must obtain ARRT certification within 12 months of hire.
- Must be at a minimum Temporarily Licensed by the State of Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MA DPH) and obtain a permanent License within 12 months of hire
- Certified in CPR.
Nice To Haves
- Associates or Bachelor’s Degree
- Six months Radiation Oncology Therapy experience or equivalent clinical experience obtained through completion of a Radiation Therapy Program
- Knowledgeable in the tattoo techniques.
- Knowledgeable in use of multi-leaf collimator.
Responsibilities
- Administering ionizing radiation therapy according to prescription and instruction of the radiation oncologist.
- Checking that informed consent has been completed.
- Checking patient identification verbally as well as picture form.
- Checking calculations prior to treatment including IMPAC.
- Ensuring accurate positioning and patient comfort.
- Maintaining visual and verbal contact with the patient.
- Delivering treatment in accordance with center’s protocols.
- Accurately delivering the prescribed course of radiation therapy with minimal supervision after checking patient chart for daily dose, prescription, diagnosis and consent.
- Preparing treatment room for each patient as prescribed; transfer patient safely to treatment couch.
- Maintaining skin marking as necessary.
- Observing patient for unusual reactions and events and reports occurrence to Radiation Oncologist or Nurse: assist in emergency treatment as needed.
- Monitoring radiation safety measures for patients and personnel.
- Assisting in daily quality assurance checks on treatment equipment: immediately reports erratic machine operation to Chief Therapist.
- Assisting in tumor localization and the preparation of immobilization devices: assists in dosimetry procedures. May assist physics in block making and calibration.
- Maintaining orderliness and efficiency of work area.
- Maintaining department records correctly: records daily treatment chart accurately as prescribed.
- Performing patient quality assurance routinely.
- Keeping treatment and simulation rooms supplied with inventory as needed.
- Presenting him/herself in a professional manner and dress at all times in the work place.
- Assisting in orientation of new employees.
- Providing technical direction, guidance and explanation to others.
Benefits
- Vaccinated against influenza (flu)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
