Radiation Oncology Therapist

2 days ago


South Hill, Virginia, United States Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems Full time

Job Summary:

The Radiation Oncology Therapist applies ionizing radiation to patients in accordance with prescriptions and instructions from Radiation Oncologists and under the general supervision of the Chief Therapist. This position educates, prepares, and reassures patients and their families by answering questions, providing physical assistance, and reinforcing physicians' advice regarding treatment reactions and post-treatment care.

Responsibilities:

  • Apply ionizing radiation to patients in accordance with prescriptions and instructions from Radiation Oncologists
  • Under the general supervision of the Chief Therapist, educate, prepare, and reassure patients and their families
  • Answer questions, provide physical assistance, and reinforce physicians' advice regarding treatment reactions and post-treatment care
  • Participate in the orientation and education of patients

Requirements:

  • Current registration as a Radiation Therapy Technologist (RTT) from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) or registry eligible
  • Registry eligible new hires are required to take the certification test within the first 90 days of their hire date in this position and must successfully pass the test within the first 6 months
  • Current RTT by ARRT American Society of Radiologic Technologist (ASRT) certification with a minimum of 12 hours of documented continuing education annually
  • Graduate of an AMA accredited School of Radiation Therapy Technology

Working Conditions:

  • Works with minimal supervision, seeking advice from supervisor, physician, or physics staff when required
  • On-call and extended hours due to patient load
  • Works at any or all of the VCU Clinics (Massey, HMP, and SPMP)

Physical Requirements:

  • Lifting 20-50 lbs
  • Lifting 50-100 lbs
  • Lifting greater than 100 lbs
  • Prolonged standing
  • Prolonged sitting
  • Frequent bending
  • Walking (distance)
  • Climbing (steps, ladder, other)
  • Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)

EEO Employer:

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems is an equal employment opportunity employer/disabled/protected veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.



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