Radiation Therapist

Riverside Health System•Gloucester, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Gloucester, Virginia Up to $15,000 sign on bonus!!! This position is eligible for our new team member incentive program. In accepting this position, new team members may be eligible for a bonus of up to $15,000 over the course of your first 2 years with Riverside! It pays to stay! Overview Radiation Therapist II performs advanced procedures in Radiation Oncology to include all aspects of simulation and treatment within the scope of a radiation therapist for at least two of the following procedures: CT Simulation including 4DCT, emergency call, Deep inspiration breath hold treatment procedures. What you will do Performs at least two of the following: -Proficient in all aspects of CT simulation including 4DCT. Provides accurate reproducible CT simulation for breast, prostate, Head & Neck, and all other diagnoses with appropriate selection and set up of various immobilization devices. -Knowledge of all aspects of CT and treatment and associated warmup QA, Mosaiq documentation and quality checklists. Coordinate inpatient transport with the transfer center, the team and other departments for inpatient treatment. - Takes emergency call. -Performs all radiation therapist tasks associated with DIBH (deep inspiration breath hold) for smooth implementation of this procedure when prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist. Applies ionizing radiation in accordance with the prescription and instructions from the radiation oncologist. Documents all information for patient treatment(e.g. scans, set up instructions, other appointments), and communicates appropriately at hand-off. Checks prescription and plan for accuracy prior to treatment. Ensures all required QA has been performed and reviewed prior to treatment. Verifies completion and accuracy of consent. Performs timeout prior to all procedures. Uses tattoos and setup marks appropriately and consistently. Uses imaging equipment to verify and document isocenter prior to treatment. Troubleshoots technical setups by collaborating with MDs, physicists, and fellow team members to ensure accurate treatment. Demonstrates knowledge of conventional radiation techniques to include constructing custom immobilization devices specific to each patient, performing simulations utilizing appropriate imaging techniques in accordance to protocol with regard to treatment site. Ensures all information for patient treatment is documented and communicated appropriately for handoff. Explains treatment process to patient, to include what to expect during treatment delivery, and answers questions to ensure understanding. Follows safe practices as referenced in the National Patient Safety Goals, RHS Team Up For Safety, and the RHS Code of Ethics.Follows DNV protocols. Complies with HIPAA guidelines, places patient-confidential information in secure areas. Uses individual log on for computer applications. Follows time-out, infection control, and fall policies. Supports PI activities. Reports and documents equipment issues in a timely manner and reports safety concerns or deviations though the hospital rCare system. Manages treatment schedules efficiently. Pro actively notifies patients regarding delays or cancellations. Demonstrates ability to prioritize and accomplish assignments with accuracy and timeliness (meeting work schedules, work assignments completed by deadlines). Assists with data used to measure the quality of patient care and/or work processes. Positively on boards new staff. Accurate billing.

Requirements

Licenses and Certifications Radiation Therapist - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Radiation Therapist license (ARRT) (T) Upon Hire(Required)
CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) Upon Hire(Required)
Skills and Abilities CT Simulation including 4DCT, emergency call, Deep inspiration breath hold treatment procedures ( at least two required) Compentencies/ training must be completed, noted as proficent in modalities.

Nice To Haves

Bachelors Degree, Radiation Therapy (Preferred)
1 year Clinical experience or program experience caring for cancer patients, operation of a linear accelerator, CT simulator and advanced techniques as Radiation Therapist. (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Proficient in all aspects of CT simulation including 4DCT.
Provides accurate reproducible CT simulation for breast, prostate, Head & Neck, and all other diagnoses with appropriate selection and set up of various immobilization devices.
Knowledge of all aspects of CT and treatment and associated warmup QA, Mosaiq documentation and quality checklists.
Coordinate inpatient transport with the transfer center, the team and other departments for inpatient treatment.
Takes emergency call.
Performs all radiation therapist tasks associated with DIBH (deep inspiration breath hold) for smooth implementation of this procedure when prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist.
Applies ionizing radiation in accordance with the prescription and instructions from the radiation oncologist.
Documents all information for patient treatment(e.g. scans, set up instructions, other appointments), and communicates appropriately at hand-off.
Checks prescription and plan for accuracy prior to treatment.
Ensures all required QA has been performed and reviewed prior to treatment.
Verifies completion and accuracy of consent.
Performs timeout prior to all procedures.
Uses tattoos and setup marks appropriately and consistently.
Uses imaging equipment to verify and document isocenter prior to treatment.
Troubleshoots technical setups by collaborating with MDs, physicists, and fellow team members to ensure accurate treatment.
Demonstrates knowledge of conventional radiation techniques to include constructing custom immobilization devices specific to each patient, performing simulations utilizing appropriate imaging techniques in accordance to protocol with regard to treatment site.
Ensures all information for patient treatment is documented and communicated appropriately for handoff.
Explains treatment process to patient, to include what to expect during treatment delivery, and answers questions to ensure understanding.
Follows safe practices as referenced in the National Patient Safety Goals, RHS Team Up For Safety, and the RHS Code of Ethics.
Follows DNV protocols.
Complies with HIPAA guidelines, places patient-confidential information in secure areas.
Uses individual log on for computer applications.
Follows time-out, infection control, and fall policies.
Supports PI activities.
Reports and documents equipment issues in a timely manner and reports safety concerns or deviations though the hospital rCare system.
Manages treatment schedules efficiently.
Pro actively notifies patients regarding delays or cancellations.
Demonstrates ability to prioritize and accomplish assignments with accuracy and timeliness (meeting work schedules, work assignments completed by deadlines).
Assists with data used to measure the quality of patient care and/or work processes.
Positively on boards new staff.
Accurate billing.