Radiation Therapist

Opportunity:

Radiation Therapist - Radiation Therapist

Job Details:

• Monday through Friday schedule with shifts varying between 8 to 10 hours per day
• 40 hours worked per week guaranteed
• Perform prescribed planned courses of radiation therapy in accordance with department policies, procedures, and professional standards
• Operate Varian Truebeam treatment and treatment planning equipment including simulation
• Follow and verify referring provider orders to perform radiation therapy treatments using independent judgment
• Educate patients and families regarding procedures and treatments to be performed
• Prepare treatments and administer prescribed doses in accordance with established policies
• Prepare and maintain accurate documentation
• Perform prescribed invasive and interventional procedures in accordance with established policies
• Perform and evaluate equipment quality control measurements and troubleshoot as needed
• Adhere to radiation safety practices and ALARA principles for safe receipt, administration, storage, and disposal of radioactive materials
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to radiation oncology practice
• May direct activities of students and support staff at select facilities
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• Previous travel experience preferred but not required
• Must possess an Associate degree in radiation oncology or related field
• National certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists required
• State licensure required if applicable
• BLS certification required