Therapeutic Radiologic Technologist - Oncology Radiology Therapy

Summary:

With minimum supervision administer radiation therapy treatments & simulation in accordance with the prescription & instructions of the radiation oncologist. Must be able to judge when the treatment should be withheld until consultation with the radiation oncologist. Must be able to assist in treatment planning procedures including tumor localization & dosimetry. Triage sick patients to nursing for evaluation. Ability to perform daily and other QA (quality assurance) protocols. Ability to initiate and run organ specific and procedure specific CT protocols.

Responsibilities:

• Operates the CT/Simulator and transfer CT data into the treatment planning system. Demonstrates the ability to turn simulator on/off properly and perform quality assurance tests / procedures Ability to perform daily and other QA ( quality assurance) protocols. Ability to initiate and run organ specific and procedure specific CT protocols.
• Constructs custom immobilization devices for each patient.
• Operates the power injector.
• Delivers daily treatment according to the physician's prescription.
• Operates the linear accelerator and information system. Ensures accurate treatment delivery and data capture. Demonstrates sound clinical judgement and adheres to accurate prescribed treatment. Properly reports variation in treatment set-up or dose delivery to person in charge and/or oncologist.
• Operates portal imaging and cone beam CT.
• Operates the multi-leaf collimator and has ability/skill to change leaf motors as necessary.
• Carries out anatomy localization on a daily basis using cone beam.
• Maintains a complete and accurate medical record that corresponds to the electronic medical record. Audits the patient electronic medical record for complete and accurate documentation.
• Operates the High Dose Rate Brachytherapy unit and assists with HDR procedures.
• Performs scheduling duties for all patient appointments. Monitors schedule to ensure minimal conflicts.
• Participates in patient education and reports unexpected or severe side effects to the physician or nurse. Assess patients and family members for special needs such as dietary, psychosocial, nursing/physician consultation, etc.
• Participates in the Department Quality Improvement Program. Identifies and develops new projects. Collects data to support process improvement projects.
• Reports all process deviations and equipment malfunctions to the Director. Demonstrates the ability to troubleshoot minor equipment and patient setup problems. Reports erratic operation of equipment to Physicist and/or Biomedical personnel. Observes radiation safety measures for patient and personnel.
• Covers on-call duty on a rotating basis.
• Makes appropriate referrals to support services including dietician, social and navigation.
• Enters all charges electronically and accurately for procedures performed and devices used. Responsible for auditing charge entry and ensuring appropriate charges were entered for the patient.

Requirements:

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy Technology Program.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree, or Certificate in Radiation Therapy Technology.

Experience:

• Prior experience as a radiation therapist or a new graduate.
• Ability to operate a linear accelerator, computerized record and verify system, portal imager, CT/simulator, HDR and ultrasound.
• Excellent computer skills and trouble shooting ability.
• Must be able to understand and carry out complex radiation prescriptions and able to work under pressure

Certifications, Registrations, or Licenses:

• Registered and certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) as an RTT.
• Current New Mexico State license.

Work Schedule:

PRN

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed