As a Radiation Therapist, you will work under the supervision of a Radiation Oncologist to deliver radiation therapy treatments and ensure patient safety. This role requires knowledge of radiation therapy equipment, quality assurance procedures, and patient positioning, while also participating in departmental improvement activities. You will collaborate with healthcare professionals, train students, and maintain confidentiality while delivering high-quality patient care.
Works under the direction of a Radiation Oncologist and performs responsibilities associated with the localization of tumors and the administration of radiation therapy. Possess knowledge in principles, practices and procedures involved with the operation of ionizing radiographic and radiation therapy equipment. The knowledge of human anatomy and proper positioning of the patient to provide radiation therapy treatment. Able to perform CT Simulations in accordance with the instructions of the radiation oncologist. Is responsible for patient safety protocols and adhere to departmental policies and procedures. Participates in the department's performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities. Maintains patient work flow and problem solve treatment issues. Have excellent technical and communication skills and shows ability to develop relationships with the staff, patients and families. Upholds NYS Licensure, registration in Radiologic Technology, ARRT and BLS certification.
Delivery of Radiation Therapy Administer prescribed dose of radiation therapy under the direction of a radiation oncologist, in accordance with regulatory standards and hospital policies, practices and procedures, including but not limited to:
• Positions patients for radiation therapy treatments with accuracy; utilizing image guidance.
• Simulates patients under the guidance of radiation oncologist and make custom immobilization devices.
• Performs daily quality assurance checks on linear accelerators and CT/simulation
• Ensure that all applicable treatment information and quality assurance checks; regarding the proposed treatment plan is correct before the start of radiation.
• Trains and supervises students during their clinical rotation, and or shadow program; Orient new radiation therapist and act as their mentor.
• Acts as a consistent team member with patient care as the priority. Effectively rotates as needed with seamless efficiency. Able to treat efficiently with all radiation therapists
• Able to effectively communicate with Radiation Oncologist, Dosimetrist, Physicist and support team.
• Adheres to punch in/punch out policy. PEAR reports for missed punches are signed by supervisor before the end of the pay period
• Correctly identify patient in ARIA and accurately deliver the treatment to correct patient. Identify each patient and treatment area prior to treatment according to policy.
• Maintain patient confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential
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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.
Req Id 93053
Department RADIATION MEDICINE
Shift Days
Shift Hours Worked 7.50
FTE 0.94
Work Schedule HRLY NON-UNION
Employee Status A1 - Full-Time
Union Non-Union
Pay Range $32 - $54/Hourly
radiation therapist, radiation therapy, patient care, oncology, medical technology, quality assurance, radiologic technology, patient positioning, treatment planning, healthcare
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