TH Radiation Therapist II - Per Diem

Stony Brook University•Town of Brookhaven, NY

27d•$48

About The Position

At Stony Brook Medicine, a TH Radiation Therapist II, is a valuable member of our team, who provides clinical services to our patient population. The incumbent will be a member of our radiation oncology clinical team. This person is responsible for administering daily treatment on Varian accelerators to patients using various treatment techniques along with simulating and scheduling patient for treatments. This person reports directly to the Assistant Director of Radiation Therapy. Qualified candidates will demonstrate superior patient care and possess outstanding communication skills while adhering to our high standard of excellence. Duties of a TH Radiation Therapist II in the Radiation Oncology Department may include the following but are not limited to: Treatment Responsibilities: Deliver prescribed therapeutic doses of radiation in accordance with physician orders. Correctly prepare, operate and monitor radiotherapy equipment and accessories. Interpret portal vision films and on board imaging. Prepare immobilization devices and bolus material. Assist in clinical instruction of students. Scheduling: Perform daily review of all new patient and cone down data in the record and verify system. Arrange daily appointments for treatments and simulations. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises. All Hospital positions maybe subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary. This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair. This function/position maybe designated as “essential.” This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities. Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements: Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references. Successfully complete a 4 panel drug screen Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre employment screenings. Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s). Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer. The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws. If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the University Office of Equity and Access at (631)632-6280. In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act a copy of our crime statistics can be viewed here. Visit our WHY WORK HERE page to learn about the total rewards we offer. Anticipated Pay Range: The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $47.76 / hr The above salary range represents SBUH’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The specific salary offer will be based on the candidate’s validated years of comparable experience. Any efforts to inflate or misrepresent experience are grounds for disqualification from the application process or termination of employment if hired. Your total compensation goes beyond the number in your paycheck. SBUH provides generous leave, health plans, and state pension that add to your bottom line.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved program in Radiation Therapy
NYS license or Temp license in radiation therapy
Member of ASRT and ARRT

Nice To Haves

Experience with Varian Accelerators, CT simulations and ARIA record and verify system.
Experience performing various treatments to include SBRT, IMRT, HDR and SRS.
Minimum 2 year experience.

Responsibilities

Deliver prescribed therapeutic doses of radiation in accordance with physician orders.
Correctly prepare, operate and monitor radiotherapy equipment and accessories.
Interpret portal vision films and on board imaging.
Prepare immobilization devices and bolus material.
Assist in clinical instruction of students.
Perform daily review of all new patient and cone down data in the record and verify system.
Arrange daily appointments for treatments and simulations.