Radiation Therapist
On-siteGaithersburg, Maryland, United States
Job Summary
Interpret and implement prescribed radiation treatment plans under the direction of a Radiation Oncologist, operating complex therapeutic equipment while ensuring proper patient positioning. Educate patients on procedures, skincare, and side effects, and perform simulation procedures to prepare immobilization devices. Monitor clinical progress, recognize machine malfunctions, and refer patients for intervention when necessary. Adhere strictly to radiation safety guidelines, internal quality controls, and department policies while accurately charting all treatment summaries and reports. Communicate clearly with the healthcare team and maintain HIPAA compliance. This role requires current ARRT and State licensure, BLS certification, and six months of experience, with a willingness to travel to other sites within the geographic region.
Required Qualifications
- Graduated from an accredited Radiation Therapy School
- Current ARRT and State licensure
- Current BLS certificate
- Minimum of six (6) months' experience as a staff therapist
- Excellent customer service skills
- Attention to detail
- 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
- Must have the ability & willingness to travel to other sites as necessary within a geographic region
- Able to sit, stand, and or walk throughout the day
- Intermittently required to stoop, bend, speak, and listen
- Good general health and stress-coping ability
- Complete mobility and the capacity to engage in strenuous action, such as walking continuously into and out of the treatment area and lifting and moving patients as required
Desired Qualifications
- Minimum of six (6) months' experience as a staff therapist preferred
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