Radiation Therapist - Radiation Oncology - Part Time - Days

Join Our Team at Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas

We are looking to add top talent to our Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas team. Join us in performing Sacred Work!

Competitive benefits are offered including:

• Matched Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Benefit Plan Medical, Dental, Vision and Much More!
• Bonus Potential

Summary/Objective

The Radiation Therapist is responsible for the provision of radiation services to patients according to physicians' orders, providing for patient safety and high quality treatment.

Essential Job Duties

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Proficient in the utilization of radiological equipment in the department i.e. CT scanner, OBI, CBCT, portal imager, Linear accelerator, HDR; assisting in the maintenance of the equipment in the department.
2. Notes set up instructions i.e. field size, distance, focal points, treatment devices, patient position, immobilization devices and photographs so to be reproduced in the treatment suite.
3. Assists in the positioning of patients in appropriate treatment position and immobilizes that patients position with the necessary technique or device; as well as, verifies accuracy of tumor localization with radiation oncologist via the x-ray according to physician's orders and treatment plan.
4. Takes and notes necessary measurements, contours and photographs needed for dosimetry calculation and treatment reproduction.
5. Maintains own proficiency through the utilization of in-service programs, workshops, seminars, and other self-directed learning activities; as well as, applies principles of radiation safety in the performance of any exam involving x-ray.
6. Possesses specialized knowledge of sterile technique and its application in the invasive procedures performed in the department.

Required Education and Experience

Associates Degree or equivalent and a Graduate of an accredited or registered school of Radiation Therapy

1-3 years of related experience.

Required License/Certifications

A.R.R.T certification in the State of Texas

Current registration with Texas Medical Board

Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas