Radiation Therapist

Radiation Therapist Location: 225 Williamson Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202 Department: Radiation Oncology Status: Per Diem Shift: Day Pay Range: $65.34 per hour Job Overview The Radiation Therapist is responsible for patient simulation and radiation treatment delivery. Qualifications Graduate of a JCERT accredited school of radiation therapy At least 2 years of radiation therapy work experience Certifications and Licenses Required New Jersey State Radiation Therapy license Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiation Therapy Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association Essential Functions Checks for correct prescription, treatment plan, calculations, simulation/setup information, and signed consent before the initiation of radiation treatment per site / plan Accurately positions the patient according to instructions provided in the chart and delivers the prescribed radiation dose and treatment Correctly documents treatment data in patients' daily radiation treatment records and keeps charts updated Reviews charts daily for changes to prescription, plans, calculations, and blocking Obtains weekly portal films and/or images at intervals consistent with departmental policy Assures that all weekly portal films and images are reviewed by the attending radiation oncologist Uses knowledge of the ARIA system to appropriately schedule patients for simulation procedures, treatment setup and delivery, and to facilitate communication between members of the oncology team for treatment planning and procedures Responsible for patient simulation Explains the radiation therapy process and simulation procedures to the patient and ensures consent is signed prior to the simulation procedure Obtains all pertinent patient information such as diagnostic films, labs and pathology reports prior to the simulation Applies knowledge of patient positioning and correct use of immobilization devices for accurate reproduction of treatment setup Applies knowledge of general CT Scanner applications to obtain images for treatment planning Accurately documents patients' treatment position and use of positioning aides by taking digital photos and writing instructions in chart Coordinates and organizes workflow between simulation, dosimetry and treatment Maintains CT scanner and workstations Benefits and Perks Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Plans Short & Long Term Disability Life & Accidental Death Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Programs Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more! RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr