Radiation Therapist - Radiation Therapist

Details

Client Name
Memorial Hermann

Job Type
Permanent

Offering
Allied

Profession
Radiation Therapist

Specialty
Radiation Therapist

Job ID
24644111


Shift Details

Shift
7a-3p

Scheduled Hours
40


Job Order Details

Start Date
02/19/2024


Job Description
Position is responsible for simulating treatments set-ups, performing dosimetric calculations; applying radiation therapy treatments and assisting with patient care management. Serves as a preceptor, mentor and resource to staff as well as assists management with technical supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiation Therapy Technology
Licenses/Certifications: Certified Radiation Therapy Technologist by the American Registry of Radiological Technologist (ARRT-T) and Licensed by the Texas Department of Health (CMRT)
Successful completion of the ARRT Registry examination in Radiation Therapy Technology (ARRT-R)
Experience / Knowledge / Skills:
Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Radiation Therapist.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and to perform duties requiring bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and standing for prolonged periods of time.
Principal Accountabilities

Simulates treatment set-ups according to physician instruction.
Performs dosimetric calculations under the supervision of a dosimetrist/physicist, using either manual or computerized dose calculations.
Accurately delivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy.
Organizes & monitors daily workflow for therapists within the department.
Advises physician of any undelivered patient treatments.
Reports any accidents, complaints, treatment variances to management/physicians as appropriate.
Responsible for scheduling and implementing weekly multi-disciplinary chart rounds.
Taking emergency call within the department.
Collaborates with management in technical positioning enhancements for quality assurance.
Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
Other duties as assigned.

Client Details

City
Houston

State
TX

Zip Code
77001