Travel Radiation Oncology Therapist
2 months ago
At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.
About Duke University Hospital
Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States and is the number one hospital in North Carolina, according to U.News and World Report for 2023-2024. Duke University Hospital is the largest of Duke Health's three hospitals and features 1048 patient beds, 65 operating rooms, as well as comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.
Apply ionizing radiation to the patient (inclusive of pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations) in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the Radiation Oncologist and under the general supervision of the Chief Therapist.
Deliver accurately the prescribed planned course of radiation therapy with minimal supervision.
*Prepare room and equipment for patient according to prescription regarding immobilization devices, field size, treatment distance, lead protection devices, etc.
*Maintain visual and audible communication with the patient during treatment.
*Observe patient for unusual reactions and events and report accurate information to the nursing staff and/or Radiation Oncologist.
*Assist in tumor localization procedures, preparation of immobilization devices, etc.
*Obtain weekly port films and present such at chart rounds for review by Radiation Oncology staff.
*Assume weekly on- call status on a rotation basis. (Applies to Duke staff therapist only)
*Perform and document daily accelerator warm-up and QA procedures.(Maintain records of daily treatment and other records as required by department quality assurance and quality improvement activities.
*Report erratic operation of equipment to Chief Radiation therapist, Radiation Physicist and/or Medical Engineer.
*Particpate in departmental PI (Performance Improvement) activities.
*Attend weekly QA rounds, monthly therapy meetings, and educational in-services.
*Incorporate department and hospital policies and procedures into care provided.
Satisfactory completion of a 24 month course in radiology technology and a 12 month course in radiation therapy technology; Satisfactory completion of a 24 month course in radiation therapy technology; Registered nurse who has satisfactorily completed a 12-month course in radiation therapy technology; Satisfactory completion of a Bachelor of Science degree in radiation therapy.
One year clinical training in Radiation Therapy.
Current licensure as required by state or national authority and/or certification or board eligible in Radiation Therapy by the American Registry of Radiology Technology.
Maintain ARRT certification in radiation therapy with a minimum of documented 12 hours of continuing education.
Knowledge in principles, practices and procedures involved in the operation of ionizing radiographic and radiation therapy equipment.
Ability to administer CPR in a medical emergency.
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