RADIATION THERAPIST

2 weeks ago

Pennington NJ USA, United States Capital Health Full time
Work Shift:

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advance technology. Capital Health is a five-time Magnet-Recognized health system for nursing excellence and is comprised of 2 hospitals. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 250 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Position Overview:

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JOB TITLE:Radiation Therapist (R)

COST CENTER:000000

JOB CODE:30005

FLSA Exemption Status:Non-Exempt

Telecommuting Eligible:

SUMMARY (BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOB)

Demonstrates essential skills of treatment modalities and protocols to accurately setup and administer radiation treatments on a daily basis and performs essential department functions. Verifies proper functioning of all radiation treatment and related equipment. Performs simulation procedures accurately.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:Associate's degree or required certification. Graduate of an JRCERT approved school of Radiation Therapy.

Experience:Less than one year as a staff therapist in a radiation therapy department with experience in linear accelerators and patient simulation.

Other Credentials:AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider,Radiation Therapist - Reg

Knowledge and Skills:

Special Training:Ability to operate equipment with minimal supervision. Simulator, CT-simulation, computerized linear accelerators.

Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities:

Usual Work Day:8 Hours

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Does this position formally supervise employees? No

If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

* Prepare immobilization devices in accordance with physician prescription. Positions patient for initial definition of tumor volume to be determined by physician. Films specified treatment volume for review and approval by physician.
* Marks/tattoos appropriate body anatomy for daily positioning on linear accelerator. Documents or captures patient measurements and machine treatment parameters for dosimetry planning and calculations accurately. Acquires CT datasets for patient positioning, contours and setup parameters.
* Positions patients for treatment and verifies setup per physician prescription.
* Verifies beam parameters, ancillary aids and blocking including record and verification systems on machine and the patient's computerized treatment plan, before initiation of radiation beam.
* Maintains accurate records of daily treatments and other records as required. Documents timely any corrections resulting from changes in the originally prescribed course of treatment. Detects unsatisfactory setup, resolves and reports to physician and physics in a timely manner.
* Ensures that verification images are obtained at appropriate intervals. Recognizes the need for adjustments in ports when comparing simulation films and portal films. Acquires CT data sets for patient contours and setup parameters.
* Performs daily QA on linear accelerators, simulator and CT to verify accurate output of designated parameters. Reports erratic operation of equipment to physics. Verifies operation of emergency shut offs and interlocks. Reports any discrepancies to physics.
* Participates or provides assistance with in-vivo dosimetry measurements and special dosimetry.
* Maintains professional development and professional certification and works towards enhancement of professional development. Attends department in-services/conferences and meetings. Keeps abreast of new technology in the field and assist in the development of new techniques, participates in research projects or educational demonstrations.
* Communicates effectively and respectfully with patients, family, medical staff, care team members, supervisors and outside contacts in a timely manner to facilitate effective treatment.. Provides education and support appropriate to patient level of understanding and motivation. Includes family/caregiver in education and training as appropriate.
* Demonstrates collaboration in communication with team members and is open to feedback and receptive to change as evidenced by team feedback.
* Accurately schedules patients for treatment and assists in collecting and documenting information for patient billing.
* Partakes in report writing, data collection, quality assurance activities, performance improvement projects and credentialing surveys as requested. Participates in community health events as requested.
* Participates in training and evaluations of radiation oncology affiliate students.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Frequent physical demands include: Sitting , Walking , Carry objects , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Keyboard use/repetitive motion

Occasional physical demands include: Standing , Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Reaching overhead , Squat/kneel/crawl , Wrist position deviation

Continuous physical demands include: Pinching/fine motor activities , Taste or Smell , Talk or Hear

Lifting Floor to Waist 50 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 50 lbs.

Sensory Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Accurate Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing

Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Chemical , Airborne Communicable Disease , Radiation , Dust/Particulate Matter

Offers are contingent upon successful completion of our onboarding process and pre-employment physical. Capital Health will require all applicants (including contractors, travelers and consultants) to have an annual flu vaccine prior to start date, with the exception of individuals with medical and religious exemptions.

Company will never ask candidates for social security numbers or date of birth during application phase. If you are asked for this information online, you may be a target for identity theft.

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