Radiation Therapist

Radiation Therapy Technician

Assumes the responsibility of delivering the prescribed daily treatment, billing, scheduling, and teaching of Radiation Oncology patients. Participate in quality assurance measures, documents and monitors patients as they are treated. Assume duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Associate Degree in Radiation Therapy required
• Bachelor's Degree in Radiation Therapy preferred

Work Experience:

• 1 year experience in a patient care setting (Radiology Department) or previous Radiation Therapy preferred
• New Graduate must be board eligible

Licenses and Certifications:

• ARRT Radiography Certification - Certified Radiation Therapy (T) (ARRT) required

Essential Functions:

DOCUMENTATION:

• Documents and submits required information and data in a timely fashion.
• Clearly and accurately documents designated processes, policies, products, service offerings, etc.
• Ensures that documentation is tailored to expected readers / users.
• Uses correct terminology.
• Conforms to required style and format.

TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT USE:

• Demonstrates technical skill in using equipment appropriate for role.
• Understands equipment operation.
• Maintains equipment in working order.
• Troubleshoots equipment problems.
• Uses technology to increase productivity.
• Adapts to new technology

Additional Duties:

• Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines.
• Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization.
• Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs).
• Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
• Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs.
• For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.
• Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.