Radiation Therapist | PRN

About the role

The Radiation Therapist is responsible for performing the accurate delivery of prescribed ionizing therapeutic radiation under the direction of a Radiation Oncologist, using a variety of complex techniques and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Interprets and implements prescription and treatment plan as directed by the Radiation Oncologist.
• Educate patients on procedures, skincare, side effects, and nutrition.
• Performs simulation procedures and prepares immobilization devices for various body parts.
• Monitors patients' clinical progress, withholds treatment if necessary, and refers patients to Radiation Oncologist or Executive Director for appropriate intervention.
• Operation of the therapeutic equipment, proper patient positioning, monitoring of the patient during the procedure, and related clerical duties.
• Evaluates and assesses treatment machine operations; recognizes machine malfunctions and reports them to Executive Director.
• Communicates clearly and concisely with all members of the health care team, patients, and families.
• Meet and adhere to strict radiation safety guidelines, internal quality controls, organizational standards, department policies and procedures, and strategic goals.
• Accurately complete and chart all simulation and treatment summaries, reports, and documentation.

Additional information

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Radiation Therapy School.
• Current ARRT and State licensure required and will be verified prior to employment.
• Current BLS certificate required and will be verified prior to employment.
• Minimum of six (6) months' experience as a staff therapist preferred; however, willing to train recent graduates.

Key Competencies

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Current knowledge of appropriate clinical practice, radiation protection, and quality assurance.
• Proficient knowledge of medical terminology.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal & written.
• Proficient computer software and database skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Very comfortable asking probing questions to patients.
• Must demonstrate a caring, compassionate, and patient attitude.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance.
• Multitasking and proactive problem-solving.

Job Type: PRN

Pay Range

$50.00 - $56.00 per hour PRN, Various shifts and hours per week.

Actual compensation offered to candidates is based on work experience, education, skill level, and geographic location. Compensation may vary depending on the state or region in which the position is located, in accordance with applicable laws.

This position has no close date. Applications will be accepted until an offer has been extended and accepted.

The successful candidate(s) for any UUG position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.