Radiation Therapist

2 months ago

Gainesville, United States Northeast Georgia Health System, Inc Full time

Job Category:

Allied Health

Work Shift/Schedule:

8 Hr Morning - Afternoon

Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities.



About the Role:

Job Summary

Applies ionizing radiation to the patient in accordance with the prescription and instruction of the Radiation Oncologist. This position will care for patients in the adult and geriatric age groups with a small possibility of caring for an adolescent patient. Employee performs clinical duties in accordance with population specific guidelines and adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as outlined in policy and procedures.     
 



Minimum Job Qualifications

  • Licensure or other certifications: Obtain ARRT Certification and  Registration within three (3) months of hire date.

  • Educational Requirements: High School Diploma or GED. Successfully graduated from an accredited Radiation Therapy program.

  • Minimum Experience:

  • Other:



Preferred Job Qualifications

  • Preferred Licensure or other certifications:

  • Preferred Educational Requirements:

  • Preferred Experience: Two (2) years clinical experience in radiation therapy.

  • Other:



Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Sense of humor and empathy.  

  • Excellent critical thinking and decision making skills. Flexible and adaptable in rapidly changing situations

  • Ability to understand complex regulatory and accreditation requirements and standards, policies and procedures

  • Excellent skills in organization and attention to detail. Action and goal oriented. Self-directed

  • Clinical skills, organization, and management skills. Proficient with computers and software applications.
     



Essential Tasks and Responsibilities

  • Administers daily radiation to treatment patients as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist according to established practices and standards.

  • Starts treatment machine each day, follows standard procedures to ensure proper operation.  Reports any deviations to medical physicist and/or equipment vendor service engineer.

  • Adheres to all Radiation Safety/Protection Regulations.

  • Monitors patient for reactions or side effects of treatment. Informs medical staff of any issues.

  • Works closely with Medical Physics staff on planning and calculation of treatment.  Ensure Quality Assurance requirements are met  and treatment follows prescription as written by Radiation Oncologist.  Reports any deviations to Oncologist and appropriate Physics staff for evaluation and adjustment if necessary.

  • Constructs immobilization, treatment and protection devices as part of the treatment planning process.

  • Performs CT scans for Radiation Therapy treatment planning as directed by Radiation Oncologist.

  • Images patient treatment fields daily or as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist to ensure accuracy of daily treatment.

  • Educates, prepares and reassures patients and their families by answering questions, providing physical assistance and reinforcing physician instructions regarding treatment reactions and post treatment care.

  • Creates and maintains all schedules related to patient treatment. 



Physical Demands

  • Weight Lifted: Up to 50 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time

  • Weight Carried: Up to 50 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time

  • Vision: Heavy, Constantly 66-100% of time

  • Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65%

  • Standing/Walking: Constantly 66-100%

  • Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65%

  • Intensity of Work: Constantly 66-100%

  • Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding

Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. 


NGHS: Opportunities start here.

Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.

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