Radiation Therapist-Hackettstown Medical Center-Per Diem

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsible for performing treatments on patients with radiation therapy as prescribed by a Radiation Oncologist according to established practices and standards. Work closely with patients and provide support to them throughout the process by determining their needs, answering questions, and providing the best medical care possible.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

Checks prescription, diagnosis, patient chart, and identification. Collaborate with all members of the patients care team. Prepares equipment, such as immobilization, treatment, and protection devices, and positions patient according to prescription. Enters data into computer, sets controls, and delivers treatment according to the physician’s approved prescription in department EMR. Observes and reassures patient during treatment and reports unusual reactions to physician. Performs daily quality assurance procedures on the linear accelerator and PET CT unit. Maintains treatment records in the patients EMR chart. Follows principles of radiation protection for patient, self, and others. Accurately captures treatment performed in the department EMR. Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required: Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy program. Active NJ Radiation therapy license. Varian True Beam, Vision RT, and GE simulator experience. Preferred: Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word and Excel. Proficient in operating a True Beam Linear Accelerator, Vision RT, and GE simulator. Excellent communication skills.

TEAM MEMBER BENEFITS

Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members) Life & AD&D Insurance. Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement) 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution PTO & Paid Sick Leave Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave Backup and On-Site Childcare Well-Being Rewards Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance

EEO STATEMENT

Atlantic Health, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr RightReadMD