Radiation Therapist

BSW Temple Cancer Clinic

Radiation Therapist 2

Full Time: Mon-Fri 8a-5p

Call: Rotating on-call weekends

1-2 years of experience is preferred.

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

The Radiation Therapist, supervised by a Radiation Oncologist, performs radiation therapy on patients. This is done as requested by a physician or licensed provider, following established protocols.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Performs high-quality radiation therapy procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner. Maintains production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards and procedures.
• Utilizes AIDET to communicate with patients. Identifies patient service needs. Ensures the correct exam is performed on the correct patient. Establishes rapport with patients and others. Instructs and communicates with patients and their families about the test. Assesses the patient's ability to tolerate the exam.
• Prepare the patient and area for the procedure. Position the patient, adjust immobilization devices, and move equipment into position. Adjust equipment controls to set exposure factors.
• Protects patients and employees by following safety, infection-control, drug, and radiation policies, protocols, and techniques. Uses proper sterile techniques for invasive multimodality procedures and maintains hand hygiene.
• Performs all the essential functions of the Radiation Therapist plus the following specific functions.
• Runs treatment machines (Truebeam) and CT Simulations proficiently.
• Coordinates with the Supervisor to schedule in-service training sessions when needed.
• Provides backup support for Supervisor in time management, scheduling, and staffing functions.
• Assumes managerial responsibilities in the absence of the Supervisor.
• Creates and maintains positive departmental culture and serves as an informal department manager.
• Serves as main mentor and trainer for new hire therapists.
• Serves as Clinical Supervisor for radiation therapy students.
• Able to make judgments and solve technical problems and issues authoritatively.
• Participates in and manages huddles as well as intradepartmental and interdepartmental committees.
• Assists in maintaining clinical supply inventory.

Key Success Factors

• Able to perform high quality radiation procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner.
• Able to explain the procedure and put patients at ease.
• Provide services quickly, accurately, and cost-efficiently, following System and regulatory standards, policies, and procedures.
• Able to perform tasks autonomously without need for routine oversight.
• Able to stay calm and helpful during stress and take reasonable steps to resolve issues.
• Able to effectively administer first aid and use emergency cart.
• Ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times and providing courteous service. Remain professional, review patient satisfaction scores, and develop action plans when needed.
• Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge, education, and skills for appropriate care of newborns, pediatric, young adults, adults, and geriatrics.
• Able to serve as preceptor by providing quality training to new team members and on new services and initiatives.
• Able to take call, if required.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
• EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -

ARRT-T Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T): Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T).