Radiation Therapist

Confluence Health•Wenatchee, WA

About The Position

Under the administrative supervision of the Clinical Manager and the professional direction of a radiation oncologist, the Radiation Therapist performs radiotherapy treatments and simulations at a technical level requiring minimal supervision of technical details. The role may include instructing technology students or ancillary personnel and assisting with development of simulation and treatment techniques, use of new equipment, and development of devices. The therapist delivers prescribed radiation treatments safely, operates and maintains radiotherapy equipment, performs simulations and uses imaging technologies for simulation, treatment planning, and treatment delivery. The role also includes quality assurance, accurate treatment documentation, patient education and support, and participation in departmental quality and educational activities. The position requires active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification and adherence to department and hospital policies, Standards of Behavior, and the Code of Conduct. The position reports to the Radiation Oncology Clinical Manager. A sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 is available to external candidates and requires a two-year commitment to Confluence Health.

Requirements

Minimum associate degree in radiation therapy technology.
Certified ARRT in radiation therapy (RT(T)).
Washington State certification RT(T) before starting employment.
Maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree.
Varian and Aria experience, including knowledge of current techniques such as IMRT, SRS, SBRT, and IGRT.

Responsibilities

Safely provide the correct radiotherapy treatment to patients.
Follow radiation protection principles, including ALARA, for patients, self, and others.
Review the isodose plan and treatment prescription before implementation and verify that the plan matches the prescription and can be accurately delivered.
Operate medical equipment used for radiotherapy.
Administer prescribed radiation doses to specific body parts using radiation therapy equipment and established practices and standards.
Perform simulations as prescribed by a radiation oncologist and fabricate individualized immobilization and beam-modifying devices.
Use imaging technologies for simulation, treatment planning, and treatment delivery as prescribed, including weekly ports, CBCT, kVp and MV imaging, and IGRT.
Ensure medical equipment is regularly maintained and in excellent working order.
Perform daily warm-up procedures before patient treatments and document quality assurance activities, procedures, and results according to guidelines.
Check equipment for malfunctions or abnormal quality assurance readings and report findings to appropriate personnel.
Maintain accurate records of patient treatment regimens, radiation dosages, equipment settings, and patient reactions.
Discuss treatment plans with patients that were developed in partnership with clinical oncologists and physicians.
Help patients understand potential radiation treatment side effects and how to manage them.
Explain and provide instruction about radiation therapy procedures, educate patients on skin care and nutrition, and maintain patient markings during treatment.
Participate in departmental performance improvement activities.
Attend weekly quality assurance rounds, monthly therapy meetings, and educational in-services.
Incorporate department and hospital policies and procedures into care provided.
Maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.
Paid time off.
Generous retirement plans.
Life insurance.
Long-term disability.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee assistance program.
Adoption assistance.
Shift differential.
Sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 for external candidates, with a two-year commitment to Confluence Health.