Radiation Therapist

We are seeking a skilled Radiation Therapist to join our team on a per diem basis. As a Radiation Therapist, you will be responsible for administering radiation therapy treatments to patients under the supervision of a Radiation Oncologist.

• Administer radiation therapy treatments to patients according to the Radiation Oncologist's prescription.
• Set up patients for treatment, maintain accurate daily treatment records, and perform treatment dose calculations using computer calculation tables provided by the Medical Physicist.
• Verify and localize treatment areas with portal imaging, and submit portal images for approval by a Radiation Oncologist.
• Perform safety checks on treatment machines and record data daily.
• Report malfunction to the Sr. Radiation Safety Monitor/Therapist and/or Medical Physicist.
• Explain treatment procedures to patients and answer any questions.
• Maintain visual and audible communications with patients during treatment.
• Observe the clinical progress of patients undergoing radiation therapy and recognize the first signs of any complications.

• Completion of an AMA-approved 2-year hospital-based certificate program or 2-year Associate's Degree program or 4-year Baccalaureate Degree program in Radiation Therapy.
• ARRT registered or eligible for registration in Radiation Therapy with a requirement to become registered within 8 months or 2 exam sittings, whichever comes first.
• NYS permanent or temporary license.
• Basic knowledge of computer required.
• Very good interpersonal skills required for effective job performance.

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