Therapist - Radiation Therapist

1 month ago

Raleigh NC, United States Duke Health Full time

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 Raleigh Hospital, A Campus of Duke University Hospital Pursue your passion for caring with the Duke Raleigh Campus in Raleigh, North Carolina, which has been part of Duke Health since 1998 and has served Wake County for more than 35 years. Duke Raleigh Campusfeatures 204 inpatient beds and offers a comprehensive array of services, including cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, advanced gastrointestinal, and wound healing care.  
 
**** This Position is Eligible for up to $8,000 Relocation and $10,000 Commitment Bonus ****
 
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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