Radiation Therapist - Oncology

Henry Ford Health•Detroit, MI

About The Position

Under general supervision, administers radiation treatments to patients as prescribed by a physician, using specialized equipment including a linear accelerator, High Dose Rate (HDR) afterloader, and computed tomography. The role works with advanced radiation therapy technology, including Henry Ford Health’s Siemens MAGNETOM Free.Max MRI (RT Edition), which supports the development of MR-only simulations. The Radiation Therapist reviews prescriptions, positions and assists patients, operates treatment equipment, administers and verifies prescribed radiation doses, documents care, performs imaging and patient localization, and coordinates referrals and appointments. The position also supports simulation, rotates through treatment areas, maintains therapy rooms and supplies, follows departmental quality-assurance policies, and teaches radiation therapy students.

Requirements

A.R.R.T. Radiation Therapy Technology Certification or eligibility for registry.
Meet or exceed the core customer service responsibilities, standards, and behaviors outlined in the HFHS Customer Service Policy.
Practice customer service skills provided through ongoing training and in-services.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Review patient prescriptions to determine the required treatment, affected locations, and history of previous radiation treatment.
Safely position patients using immobilization devices.
Use treatment accessories as prescribed by the physician.
Operate the linear accelerator and HDR equipment precisely.
Administer ionizing radiation as prescribed by the physician.
Verify the radiation prescription before treatment and confirm the total radiation dose in patient charts after treatment.
Document treatment in inpatient charts.
Localize patient markings daily.
Complete ongoing patient imaging according to departmental policy.
Assist patients with coordinating daily treatment appointments, transportation, and other appointments.
Refer patients to social workers for counseling, transportation, or medical equipment needs as appropriate.
Refer patients to nurses or physicians when conditions require evaluation.
Assume simulation duties.
Rotate through treatment areas as assigned.
Clean therapy rooms and work areas and maintain linen and medical supplies for treatment rooms.
Follow departmental quality-assurance policies, including chart checks, timeouts, and machine warm-up.
Teach radiation therapy students according to their educational requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned or requested.