Radiology Tech

Spectrum Healthcare Resources•Knoxville, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Spectrum Healthcare Resources has an opportunity for a civilian Radiographic Technologist (CT Tech) at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. This is a full-time contract position with an emphasis on work-life balance, operating Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, with no weekend work. The role offers employee status and a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k). The successful candidate will be accountable to the Chief of Radiation Oncology and will perform all aspects of radiation therapy delivery, as well as assist in administrative functions within the Radiation Oncology Clinic. This position provides an opportunity to work with active military and their families.

Requirements

Graduate from a Joint Review committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) accredited radiation therapist training program.
Current certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT).
BLS Certification.

Responsibilities

Receive patients, explain treatment procedures, position patients, obtain patient contours, and confer with the Radiation Oncologist and Dosimetrist regarding the volumes to be treated.
Simulate treatment, mark patient’s skin, and prepare specialized, tailor-made accessories; such as bolus, blocks, immobilization devices, and compensating filters.
Oversee treatment and evaluate overall daily treatment operations.
Ensure the correct position and alignment of fields, as simulated, and that all treatments are delivered as prescribed by Radiation Oncologist.
Perform computerized tomography (CT) simulation for all patients.
Check operating parameters of radiation therapy simulators, treatment system, and linear accelerators to ensure compatibility of simulation setup and treatment machine setup.
Ensure all simulation documentation is properly completed and filed.
Assist Dosimetrist during patient setup to record radiation therapy treatment parameters in treatment charts.