Radiation Therapist Oncology Full Time Days
GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES - The Radiation Therapist works under the supervision of the Chief Radiation Therapist/Manager and is responsible for assisting the Radiation Oncologist in simulation process, delivering prescribed course of radiation to the patients and monitoring patients for progress and side affects.
DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO Operate the medical equipment used for radiation therapy including warm up procedures Ensure medical equipment is in excellent working condition through daily QA processes Deliver prescribed course of radiation to patients and maintain accurate records of patient's treatment Monitor patients for progress and side affects during their course of treatment Flexible to adjust to various duties, work load volumes, and shifts Demonstrate accountability by maintaining licensure, attending 100% of all mandatory in-services and 89% of staff meetings Demonstrate good organizational skills based on the needs of Radiation Oncology department as evidenced by following through on assigned tasks in a timely manner and determining priorities Demonstrate knowledge and perform procedures regarding the CT simulation process.
Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Knowledgeable in the areas of anatomy, physiology, clinical oncology , radiobiology, radiation physics, and radiation safety Demonstrate knowledge of radiotherapy treatment implementation to include basic dosimetry and isodose plan knowledge Demonstrate knowledge of CT simulation process Ability to work independently and in a team environment Knowledge of basic computer skills and radiation oncology software programs Basic customer service skills Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing EDUCATION Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy ProgramEXPERIENCETwo years previous experience as a radiation therapist preferredCERTIFICATE/LICENSE AART registered Maintain a current Iowa Permit to Practice Radiation Therapy, 24 hours continuing education in a 2-year period Current BCLS certification Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
41 CFR 60-1.
35(c) Recommended Skills Anatomy Clinical Works Communication Coordinating Customer Service Health Physics Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO Operate the medical equipment used for radiation therapy including warm up procedures Ensure medical equipment is in excellent working condition through daily QA processes Deliver prescribed course of radiation to patients and maintain accurate records of patient's treatment Monitor patients for progress and side affects during their course of treatment Flexible to adjust to various duties, work load volumes, and shifts Demonstrate accountability by maintaining licensure, attending 100% of all mandatory in-services and 89% of staff meetings Demonstrate good organizational skills based on the needs of Radiation Oncology department as evidenced by following through on assigned tasks in a timely manner and determining priorities Demonstrate knowledge and perform procedures regarding the CT simulation process.
Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Knowledgeable in the areas of anatomy, physiology, clinical oncology , radiobiology, radiation physics, and radiation safety Demonstrate knowledge of radiotherapy treatment implementation to include basic dosimetry and isodose plan knowledge Demonstrate knowledge of CT simulation process Ability to work independently and in a team environment Knowledge of basic computer skills and radiation oncology software programs Basic customer service skills Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing EDUCATION Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy ProgramEXPERIENCETwo years previous experience as a radiation therapist preferredCERTIFICATE/LICENSE AART registered Maintain a current Iowa Permit to Practice Radiation Therapy, 24 hours continuing education in a 2-year period Current BCLS certification Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
41 CFR 60-1.
35(c) Recommended Skills Anatomy Clinical Works Communication Coordinating Customer Service Health Physics Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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