Radiation Therapist

About the Job

We are seeking a skilled Radiation Therapist to join our team at TRAC Recruiting, Inc. As a Radiation Therapist, you will be responsible for providing radiation therapy to patients in accordance with the physician's prescription. You will work in a dermatology office, using a leading FDA-cleared radiation therapy device to treat non-melanoma skin cancers, keloids, and other dermatological conditions.

Responsibilities:

Position patients for treatment with accuracy according to the prescription.
Conduct most treatment sessions independently and under the general direction of the physician.
Verify and administer prescribed doses of radiation to specific sites in accordance with the prescription defined by the physician.
Construct custom protection devices for patients and enter data into the computer to set controls and regulate dosage according to the prescription.
Assist the dermatologist in localization and simulation, and document treatment areas of the patient.
Check for side effects of the skin, such as skin irritation, erythema, blistering, and moist desquamation, and report to the physician.
Educate and reassure patients and their families by answering questions, providing physical assistance, and reinforcing the physician's advice regarding treatment reactions and post-treatment care.
Perform daily warm-up and QA of the machine prior to the start of treatments each day.
Follow principles of radiation protection for the patient, yourself, and others.

Requirements:

Must have a current and active RTT Board Certification and be ARRT certified in Radiation Therapy R.T.
Must be licensed by the state in which you will be working (additional state licenses will be covered at no cost to the candidate).
Recent graduates to seasoned professional Radiation Therapists will be considered. Dermatology experience is a plus, but not required.
Must have strong time management skills, excellent attendance, and punctuality, and the ability to work as a team.
Strong interpersonal communication skills with effective analysis and problem-solving skills.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. You must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

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