Radiation Therapist I - Rad Onc - Per Diem 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union)
Core
Highly-skilled clinician ensuring accurate radiation treatment delivery using linear accelerators and CT scanners to treat anatomical structures while minimizing dose to surrounding tissues.
Role type
Radiation Therapist I (Clinical IC)
Builds
Radiation therapy treatment plans and patient care
Domain
Healthcare / Radiation Oncology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Radiation therapy technology, patient setup and positioning, linear accelerator operation, CT scanner usage, X-ray film localization, quality assurance checks, emergency response, radiation protection principles, medical documentation, equipment maintenance
Preferred skills
1 year of radiation therapy experience
Technologies
ARIA, Microsoft Word
Responsibilities
Provide radiation therapy services as part of the oncology treatment team, evaluate patient physical and psychological responses to treatment, perform daily quality assurance checks on equipment, maintain constant visual and verbal contact with patients during treatment, educate patients on treatment procedures, coordinate daily activities for treatment delivery, resolve problems and complaints, perform billing and account procedures, respond to life-threatening emergencies, apply radiation protection principles, complete patient time-outs, communicate with Radiation Oncologists and Physics staff.
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level (less than 4 years experience)