Radiation Oncology - Radiation Therapist

Guam Regional Medical City • Dededo, GU

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About The Position

The Radiation Therapist prepares and administers radiation therapy to patients using appropriate equipment under a physician’s direction. The role uses radiation safety measures and protective devices to comply with government regulations and help ensure the safety of patients and staff. It also involves explaining procedures and safety precautions to patients and assisting them during procedures; calculating, measuring, and recording radiation dosage or radiopharmaceuticals received, used, and disposed of according to the physician’s prescription; and collecting and analyzing computer-generated image data for physician interpretation. The therapist follows directives from physicians, radiology management, and hospital administration, participates in department- and hospital-directed Quality Assurance activities, and performs other duties as directed by management.

Requirements

• Certificate of completion from an approved Radiation Therapy Technology Program.
• Current certification of completion from an approved Radiation Therapy Technology Program.
• Current ARRT certification and state licensure.
• BLS/CPR certification as a healthcare provider, as per the American Heart Association.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and administer radiation therapy to patients using appropriate equipment under a physician’s direction.
• Use radiation safety measures and protective devices to comply with government regulations and ensure patient and staff safety.
• Explain procedures and safety precautions to patients and assist them during procedures.
• Calculate, measure, and record radiation dosage or radiopharmaceuticals received, used, and disposed of, following the physician’s prescription.
• Collect and analyze data from computer-generated images for interpretation by a physician.
• Follow directives from physicians, radiology management, and hospital administration.
• Participate in department- and hospital-directed Quality Assurance activities.
• Perform other departmental duties as directed by management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed