Radiation Therapist

Radiation Therapist

Employment Type: Part time

Shift: Per Diem

Position Summary:

The Radiation Therapist assists physicians by treating patients with prescribed doses of ionizing radiation supplied and controlled through specialized radiation equipment according to established policies.

What the Radiation Therapist will do:

• Reviews patient's medical charts for prescription, treatment time and prescribed dose. Confers with physicians as necessary to clarify orders.
• Prepares treatment room and equipment, positions patient, provides procedure explanation and information, and monitors patient.
• Reinforces Radiation Oncologist's advice to patients regarding side effects to treatment and care.
• Performs daily warm-ups and performance improvement monitoring of all radiation-producing equipment.
• Pours heated metal alloys into molds to fabricate radiation blocks used to define treatment fields on patients; cuts blocks utilizing power tools for final shaping.
• Performs simulation duties for tumor localization, for brachytherapy dosimetry, and documents information.
• Responsible for recognizing equipment malfunctions. Performs minor equipment repairs and contacts authorized services representatives as needed.
• Checks daily treatment MU and delivers prescribed dose.
• Responsible for assuring all calculations are double-checked prior to treatment and chart audited within three TX by physics.
• Responsible for port films on a weekly basis or as needed, and ensuring that any necessary changes are implemented.
• Transports in-patients to and from Oncology Unit.
• Attends departmental meetings and technical meetings.

What the Radiation Therapist will need:

• Registration required as a Radiation Therapy Technologist.
• The level of knowledge normally acquired through completion of:
  • Two to three years of occupationally specific education beyond high school or
  • Associate's degree in Radiography or
  • Closely related field plus three to six months of on-the-job training and orientation.
• The analytical ability to resolve complex problems requiring the use of basic scientific, mathematical, or technical principles and in-depth, experienced-based knowledge.

Our Commitment:

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.