Job Description

Job Description

Certification Details

• ARRT
• BLS

Job Details

• The Radiation Therapist is an ARRT Registered Therapist responsible for administering radiation therapy as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist.
• Interacts with patients with cancer, physicians, nurses, patient's family, and co-workers.
• Cares for all age groups from newborns through geriatrics.
• Helps ease patient's fear and apprehension about radiation therapy.
• Sets up patients properly for accurate delivery of radiation treatment.
• Explains to patients what to expect during treatment and how to ensure accurate treatment.
• Responsible for daily warm-up of treatment machine and logging.
• Checks simulator for proper operation and reports issues.
• Positions patients for simulation using immobilization devices.
• Produces acceptable radiographs for simulation and tattoos treatment area when applicable.
• Maintains audio and visual contact with patients at all times.
• Schedules patients for daily treatment and ensures marks are maintained.
• Explains possible adverse reactions and notifies RN or Radiation Oncologist as needed.
• Ensures Radiation Oncologist sees patient weekly during treatment.
• Verifies weekly weight checks and performs portal localization films as prescribed.
• Conducts weekly chart checks to ensure prescription adherence and proper documentation.
• Maintains treatment and simulation rooms neat, orderly, and stocked.
• Participates in performance improvement activities.
• Communicates effectively with medical staff and assists patients as necessary.
• Attends all required hospital and departmental inservice programs.

Job Requirements

• Must have ARRT certification (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists).
• Must have BLS certification through the American Heart Association.
• Experience using Elekta equipment is required.

Schedule Information

• Shifts are 8am-4:30pm Monday through Friday.

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