Radiation Therapist
5 days ago
At Advocate Health, we are seeking a skilled Radiation Therapist to join our team. As a Radiation Therapist, you will play a critical role in delivering and recording radiation therapy treatments under the direction of a Radiation Oncologist. Your expertise will be essential in ensuring the safe and effective treatment of patients.
Key Responsibilities
• Deliver and record radiation therapy treatments under the direction of a Radiation Oncologist
• Work closely with the medical team to review images and port films for patient set ups, selection of treatment devices and verification
• Perform daily quality assurance (QA) on equipment prior to treatment
• Recognize equipment malfunctions, troubleshoot, initiate appropriate corrective measures, and report irregularities
• Enter and maintain patient treatment parameters in electronic medical records
• Maintain patient appointment schedule and ensure proper charge capture for treatments
• Perform conventional and computed tomography (CT) simulation in preparation for patient treatment; cuts blocks, makes custom immobilization, and completes monitor unit (MU) calculations in absence of Dosimetrist or Physicist
• Perform various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique
Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months
• Radiation Therapy (RT) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) needs to be obtained within 1 year
Education Required
• Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Radiation Therapy or related field
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required
• Knowledge of treatment planning and treatment techniques
• Knowledge of record and verify system, radiation oncology equipment and electronic medical record systems
• Knowledge and ability to learn and apply complex radiation therapy principles
• Ability to adapt to various instrumentation and adjusting techniques
• Competent with general radiation equipment
• Intermediate computer skills and knowledge of electronic health records
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with physicians, staff, patients and their families
• Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist
• Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs. over the head
• Must be able to carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance
• Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force
• Must be able to perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present
• Must be able to utilize proper body mechanics
• Must be able to stand/walk 95% of the time as well as lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders
• Must be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical and radiation hazards
• Must have clear speech, vision and hearing
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