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Radiation Therapist PRN
3 weeks ago
37303 Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital - Oncology: Radiation
Status:
Part time
Benefits Eligible:
No
Hours Per Week:
0
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Monday through Friday- 1st shift.
Major Responsibilities:
- Administers Radiation Therapy treatments in compliance with physician prescription and treatment plan.
- 1)Reproduces setup in the treatment room as indicated in electronic chart utilizing appropriate positioning /immobilization devices.
- 2)Maintains visual and audible contact with patients at all times.
- 3)Reports all errors to Technical Coordinator, Medical Physicist and Physician.
- 4)Identifies patient prior to treatment utilizing EMR queueing system and the patient identifiers.
- 5)Ensures patient privacy throughout treatment process.
- 6)Checks all physics plans prior to patients starting treatments and boosts
- Maintains accurate treatment records.
- 1)Accurately records and updates treatment data in electronic chart on a daily basis.
- 2)Assures proper billing and statistics are done with each patient treatment.
- 3)Documents all patient information into EMR in proper location.
- 4)Completes all therapy QCL's on all patient EMR on a daily and weekly basis
- Assists the physician in localizing tumor volumes utilizing CT Simulator:
- 1)Measures and records parameters for reproducibility of setup.
- 2)Obtains CT images for treatment planning that are to the exact specifications of physician.
- 3)Utilizes proper treatment positioning and correct immobilization devices for reproducability of setup or per physician
- 4)Documents all patient information accurately in EMR.
- 5)Schedules patient for all subsequent visits and completes all necessary QCL's
- Participates in oncall rotation
- 1)Computes dose calculations utilizing treatment parameters and data according to departmental standard.
- 2)Can demonstrate knowledge and usage of computerized calculation system.
- Performs and records daily and weekly QA machine checks.
- 1)Observes and reports any malfunction or operational problem to Elekta, Clinical Engineering (Oakbrook) and Technical Coordinator.
- 2)Assures that checks are being done as scheduled per departmental and state requirements.
- 3)Actively participates in the morning warm-up program.
- Assists in the orientation and education of patients regarding treatments and side effects.
- 1)Reinforces physician and RN advice regarding side effects.
- 2)Reports any unusual side effects to physician and/or RN.
- 3)Facilitates patient and family participation in self-care based on age and disease.
- 4)Explains procedure to be performed to patient.
- Instructs and supervises any students while training in facility.
- 1)Tours students through CT Simulator and Linac Rooms, offering information regarding Radiation Therapy.
- Participates in Radiation Oncology quality improvement programs
- 1)Participates in weekly chart rounds
- 2)Provides feedback and suggestion in Radiation Therapist, Department and Process Improvement meetings.
- 3)Attends annual Radiation Safety inservice
- 4)Utilizes Quality Checklist (QCL) items within patients charts for quality assurance.
- Radiation Oncology Certificate and/or Associates degree in Radiation Therapy Technology.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
- Developing ability to work as a team player Developing ability to work with ill patients and their families in an empathetic fashion. Computer knowledge.
- ARRT registry eligible or ARRT license. IEMA license CPR
Physicial Requirements and Working Conditions:
- This position requires heavy lifting of equipment and patients. Must be able to lift 20 lbs. repeatedly. Standard precautions for dealing with body substances and hazardous materials. Standard precautions for radiation safety per IDNS.
- If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
Pay Range
$40.30 - $60.45
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation
- Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation's largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.
