Radiation Therapist
$31,200–$31,200 year
On-siteCrackersport, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Administer radiation therapy as prescribed by a physician while traveling between LVHN/LVPG Radiation Oncology sites as necessary. Deliver prescribed courses of treatment to patients, schedule daily appointments, and monitor reactions during procedures. Serves as a liaison between patients and the care team, explaining procedures and reinforcing recommendations for side effect prevention. Monitors radiation equipment inventory, participates in CT Simulation, and keeps current on industry developments. Trains and mentors new radiation therapists, students, and other staff on current equipment and procedures. Participates in on-call rotation if applicable.
Required Qualifications
- Associate's Degree Radiation Therapy or equivalent
- Technical School Diploma Accredited Radiation Therapy Program
- Analytical ability to resolve problems that require the use of basic scientific, mathematical, or technical principles
- Ability to keep confidential information regarding patients, and team members
- Ability to exchange information on factual matters, schedule appointments, record treatment data in patients' records, greet visitors, explain hospital policies, and/or relay patients' needs to appropriate personnel
- Knowledge and experience with electronic health records
- BLS - Basic Life Support AHA - American Heart Association within 90 Days
- T - Radiation Therapy - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Within 180 Days
- Travels between LVHN/LVPG Radiation Oncology sites as necessary
- Participates in on-call
- Lift and carry 40-50 lbs
- Frequent to continuous standing/walking
- Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift
- Perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree Radiation Therapy or equivalent
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