Radiation Therapist

Confluence Health

16d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the administrative supervision of the Clinical Manager and the professional direction of a radiation oncologist, the radiation therapist performs various radiotherapy treatments and simulations at a technical level requiring minimal supervision of technical detail. The radiation therapist may be assigned to provide specific instruction to technology students and/or ancillary personnel and may be required to assist in the development of new techniques for simulations and/or treatments, in the use of new equipment and the development of new devices.

Requirements

Minimum Associate degree in radiation therapy technology
Certified ARRT in radiation therapy (RT(T))
WA State Certification RT(T) prior to start of employment
Active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification

Nice To Haves

Bachelors Degree.
Varian and Aria experience including knowledge of latest techniques including IMRT, SRS, SBRT, IGRT.

Responsibilities

Safely provides the correct radiotherapy treatment to patients.
Follows principles of radiation protection (i.e., ALARA) for patient, self and others.
Reviews the isodose plan and treatment prescription prior to implementation. Verifies the treatment plan is consistent with the prescription and can be accurately implemented in the treatment room.
Operates the medical equipment used for radiotherapy.
Administers prescribed doses of radiation to specific body parts as planned and prescribed by a radiation oncologist, using radiation therapy equipment according to established practices and standards.
Performs simulation as prescribed by a radiation oncologist. Fabricates individualized immobilization devices (molds, blocks, compensators and other beam-modifying devices).
Utilizes imaging technologies for the explicit purpose of simulation, treatment planning and treatment delivery as prescribed by a radiation oncologist (e.g., weekly ports, CBCT, kVp and MV imaging, and IGRT).
Ensures that the medical equipment is regularly maintained and in excellent working order.
Performs daily warm-up procedures (e.g., processor, simulator, treatment units) prior to each patient and maintain documentation of quality assurance activities, procedures and results in accordance with established guidelines.
Checks equipment for malfunctions/abnormal quality assurance readings and report any abnormal findings to appropriate personnel (clinical manager or administrator, medical physicist, machine engineer).
Maintains accurate records of a patient’s treatment regimen.
Maintains records, reports and files as required, including such information as radiation dosages, equipment settings and patients’ reactions.
Discusses various treatment plans with the patient developed in partnership with clinical oncologists and physicians.
Helps patients to understand the potential side effects of radiation treatment and how to manage any associated side effects.
Provides explanation and instruction to patients regarding radiation therapy procedures and provides education on skin car and nutrition and maintains patient markings during treatment.
Participates in departmental performance improvement activities.
Attends weekly quality assurance rounds, monthly therapy meetings and educational in-services.
Incorporates department and hospital policies and procedures into care provided.
Required to maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
Other duties as assigned.
Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance at all times.