Senior Radiation Therapist Full Time

Trinity Health • Laud By Sea, FL

89d

About The Position

Senior Radiation Therapist I Monday thru Friday day shift. Radiation therapists operate machines, such as linear accelerators, to deliver concentrated radiation therapy to the region of a patient's tumor. Radiation treatment may shrink or eliminate cancers and tumors. Radiation therapists are part of the oncology teams that treat patients with cancer.

Requirements

• Graduation from an AMA accredited school of Radiation Therapy is required.
• Knowledge of principles, techniques and methodology of radiation therapy is required.
• Behavior and personality conducive to working with cancer patients is necessary.
• Current State of Florida License as a Certified Radiology Technologist (CRT).
• ARRT (T) or eligible.
• Current BLS Certification Required.

Responsibilities

• Assesses daily the patient needs for information and reassurance.
• Provides information and explanation to patient and family in terms they can understand.
• Refers questions regarding diagnosis, treatment or prognosis to the physician.
• Monitors side effects and reactions to daily treatment throughout the treatment course.
• Documents in patient's chart and notifies the appropriate person.
• Maintains a comfortable atmosphere by offering the patient emotional support.
• Supports the physician's advice regarding reactions and skin care.
• Provides patient education on skin care and treatment information as appropriate for a radiation therapist.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit packages available, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B, and education assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree