Per Diem Radiation Therapist- Radiation Oncology- Mount Sinai Hospital

Mount Sinai Health System • New York, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The incumbent administers radiation therapy to patients and performs other technical tasks associated with the localization of tumors.

Requirements

• Graduate of AMA approved school in radiation therapy.
• One year experience in clinical therapeutic radiation therapy. Clinical rotation in approved schools can be considered for the experience.
• Radiation Therapist License (DOH / Office of Professions)

Responsibilities

• Delivers therapeutic radiation in accordance with the prescription and instructions provided by the Radiation Oncologist. Checks the prescription to ensure accuracy of dosage and to eliminate errors.
• Takes and interprets port-images to determine accuracy; ensures image is reviewed and approved by a Radiation Oncologist.
• Prepares treatment room and equipment for patient including immobilization devices, field parameters and beam shaping. Explains procedures and setup patients for treatment.
• Observes and reports changes in patient's condition to the Radiation Oncologist or radiation therapy nurse. Records treatment administered in patients charts and record/verify system.
• Performs chart check and report any discrepancy.
• Performs daily QA and safety check as required by the regulations
• Maintains equipment in safe and good working condition. Reports defects or deficiencies for adjustment and repair to the chief technologist and/or medical physicist.
• Maintains work area in a clean and orderly condition. Stock and replenish supplies as needed.
• Performs other related duties.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees