PA - Radiation Therapist - Days, State College, PA

Radiation Therapist

Position Summary: Responsible for the administration of radiation therapy using Varian Linear Accelerator (True Beam). Documentation in Meditech and Aria.

Education: Graduate of an approved school of Radiation Therapy

License/Certification/Registration: Meets the American Heart Association's standards for Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) and renews every two years. Current registration as a Radiation Therapist (RTT) with the ARRT(T)

Essential Functions:

• Checks diagnosis, prescription, chart and patient identification.
• Explains planned treatment to patient including means of communication during treatment and procedure to follow if problems arise during treatment.
• Prepares room and equipment, according to prescription, including immobilization devices, field size, treatment distance, etc.
• Observes radiation safety measures for patients and personnel.
• Maintains visual audible communications with the patient during treatment.
• Operates and performs CT simulation procedures/equipment in an effective manner.
• Performs daily duties in an accurate and timely fashion.
• Performs patient timeout per department policy.
• Observes treatment area for skin changes, discusses with patient any unusual side effect or emotional problems being experienced. Notifies physician in charge of same.
• Assists as necessary with ordering supplies.
• Maintains complete records as required.
• Complies with and performs Quality Improvement.
• Complies with all policies and procedures.
• Maintains patient markings.
• Performs scheduling and other clerical duties to maintain efficiency throughout department.
• Observes radiation safety measures for patients and personnel.
• Performs safety checks on equipment to insure proper functioning, and reports problems to physician in charge and supervisor.

Shift: 8 hour days M-F no weekends or holidays

Specialty Type: Radiation Oncology

Sub Specialties: Radiation Therapist

General Certifications: General Certifications(BLS/BCLS)