Radiation Therapist

4 weeks ago

The Dalles, Oregon, United States CodeForce Full time
Job Summary:

The Staff Radiation Therapist is responsible for delivering radiation therapy with precision and responsibility, as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist. This role involves planning, organizing, and executing activities to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective services. The individual in this position will serve as a resource to others, assisting in understanding the use of therapeutic radiation and its effects. This person will adhere to the hospital's and department's philosophy and follow direction accordingly.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provides quality images with accuracy and efficiency, utilizing optimal skills and knowledge of all equipment.
  • Assists with patient transport by moving patients using standard procedures.
  • Working knowledge of all areas within Radiation Oncology, including Linear Accelerators, External Beam Therapy, Treatment Simulation, conforming treatment block manufacturing, patient scheduling, patient preparation, computer interfaces, and technical aspects.
  • Working knowledge of all clinical and emergency drugs used in the Radiation Therapy department.
  • Gathers complete documentation of all pertinent information to provide accurate and timely service to customers.
  • Identifies patient by checking patient's ID, full name, and medical record number according to department procedure.
  • Reviews patient chart and orders to ensure correct images are completed with demographic, position, and other needed activities.
  • Follows department and hospital procedures and policies.
  • Performs quality control and quality assurance, records results, and reports variance from normal equipment function.
  • Provides for personal and patient care and safety using professional judgment in accordance with written standards.
  • Protects patients and others in the area by using proper machine settings and radiation safety standards.
  • Practices universal and blood and body fluid precautions, and sterile practices according to procedures.
  • Communicates and uses knowledge of related anatomy and physiology to ensure appropriate and effective care to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
  • Secondary Functions: Attend and contribute to staff meetings and Chart Rounds, has a working knowledge of secretarial duties, including scheduling patients and exam preparation, a working knowledge of computerized clinical information and support technology, capable of preparing and processing Radiation Therapy department requisitions for supplies, and the development of policies and procedures that will promote the efficiency and quality of our service.


Requirements:

  • Graduate of Certified Radiologic Technology School or Radiation Therapy program.
  • Current applicable state license in Diagnostic Radiologic Technology required.
  • Registered Radiological Technologist A.R.R.T. (R) required.
  • BLS/CPR Certification required.


Shift:
Days

Specialty Type:
Radiation Oncology

Sub Specialties:
Radiation Therapist

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