Radiation Therapist
$31,200–$31,200 year
On-siteNorth Catasauqua, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Administer radiation therapy as prescribed by a physician, delivering prescribed courses to patients while monitoring treatment and scheduling daily appointments. Serves as a liaison between patients and the care team, explaining procedures and monitoring for unusual reactions. Travels between LVHN/LVPG Radiation Oncology sites as necessary and participates in CT Simulation procedures. Trains and mentors new radiation therapists, students, and other staff on current equipment and procedures. Monitors radiation equipment inventory and follows all safety regulations regarding exposure. Participates in on-call rotation. Maintains current knowledge of developments in radiation therapy and equipment. Requires BLS certification within 90 days and ARRT certification within 180 days.
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, if applicable
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree Radiation Therapy or equivalent
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