RADIATION THERAPIST
US-WA-Moses Lake
External
Req #: 14095
Type: Full-Time
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Overview: Up To $15,000 Sign On Bonus Applies to external candidates only. Requires 1 year commitment to Confluence Health Under the administrative supervision of the Clinical Manager and the professional direction of a radiation oncologist, the radiation therapist performs various radiotherapy treatments and simulations at a technical level requiring minimal supervision of technical detail. The radiation therapist may be assigned to provide specific instruction to technology students and/or ancillary personnel and may be required to assist in the development of new techniques for simulations and/or treatments, in the use of new equipment and the development of new devices. Position Reports To: Radiation Oncology Clinical Manager Responsibilities: * Safely provides the correct radiotherapy treatment to patients. * Follows principles of radiation protection (i.e., ALARA) for patient, self and others. * Reviews the isodose plan and treatment prescription prior to implementation. Verifies the treatment plan is consistent with the prescription and can be accurately implemented in the treatment room. * Operates the medical equipment used for radiotherapy. * Administers prescribed doses of radiation to specific body parts as planned and prescribed by a radiation oncologist, using radiation therapy equipment according to established practices and standards. * Performs simulation as prescribed by a radiation oncologist. Fabricates individualized immobilization devices (molds, blocks, compensators and other beam-modifying devices). * Utilizes imaging technologies for the explicit purpose of simulation, treatment planning and treatment delivery as prescribed by a radiation oncologist (e.g., weekly ports, CBCT, kVp and MV imaging, and IGRT). * Ensures that the medical equipment is regularly maintained and in excellent working order. * Performs daily warm-up procedures (e.g., processor, simulator, treatment units) prior to each patient and maintain documentation of quality assurance activities, procedures and results in accordance with established guidelines. * Checks equipment for malfunctions/abnormal quality assurance readings and report any abnormal findings to appropriate personnel (clinical manager or administrator, medical physicist, machine engineer). * Maintains accurate records of a patient's treatment regimen. * Maintains records, reports and files as required, including such information as radiation dosages, equipment settings and patients' reactions. * Discusses various treatment plans with the patient developed in partnership with clinical oncologists and physicians. * Helps patients to understand the potential side effects of radiation treatment and how to manage any associated side effects. * Provides explanation and instruction to patients regarding radiation therapy procedures and provides education on skin car and nutrition and maintains patient markings during treatment. * Participates in departmental performance improvement activities. * Attends weekly quality assurance rounds, monthly therapy meetings and educational in-services. * Incorporates department and hospital policies and procedures into care provided. * Required to maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification. * Other duties as assigned. Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance at all times. Qualifications: Required: * Minimum Associate degree in radiation therapy technology * Certified ARRT in radiation therapy (RT(T)) * WA State Certification RT(T) prior to start of employment Desired: * Bachelors Degree. * Varian and Aria experience including knowledge of latest techniques including IMRT, SRS, SBRT, IGRT.
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