Radiation Therapist
$31,200–$31,200 year
On-siteArlington Knolls, 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 treatment courses to patients, schedule daily appointments, and monitor equipment inventory to ensure safety regulations are followed. Serves as a liaison between patients and the care team, explaining procedures, reinforcing treatment recommendations, and observing for unusual reactions. Participates in CT Simulation procedures, trains and mentors new therapists and students, and keeps current on developments in radiation therapy techniques. Works on-call if applicable and maintains confidentiality regarding patient and team information.
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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