Radiation Therapist

Tower Health•West Reading, PA

20d

About The Position

The Radiation Therapy Technician administers radiation treatments according to prescriptions authorized by a radiation oncologist, obtains images used to plan and target radiation, assesses patients before simulation and treatment, and provides ongoing patient education throughout the simulation and treatment course. When assigned to CT simulation, the technician creates patient-specific immobilization and treatment aid/accessory devices; operates a CT scanner and MED RAD power injector for IV contrast administration; obtains and analyzes cross-sectional imaging for treatment planning according to physician intent; establishes IV sites for contrast administration; and performs blood draws as indicated.

Requirements

Post-high-school diploma program.
Prior working experience as a Radiation Therapy Technician.
ARRT certification in Radiation Therapy.
Excellent communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Administer radiation treatments according to the treatment prescription authorized by the radiation oncologist.
Obtain images used to plan and target radiation.
Assess patient condition before simulation and treatment administration.
Provide patient education throughout simulation and treatment.
When assigned to CT simulation, create patient-specific immobilization and treatment aid/accessory devices.
Operate a CT scanner and MED RAD power injector for IV contrast administration when assigned to CT simulation.
Obtain and analyze cross-sectional imaging for treatment planning according to physician intent.
Obtain IV sites for contrast administration and perform blood draws as indicated.