Compassionate Radiation Therapist — Weekends Off

United Urology Group; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Corporate discounts

Job summary

United Urology Group in Gaithersburg, MD is seeking a Radiation Therapist to deliver prescribed ionizing radiation under the direction of a Radiation Oncologist using a range of techniques and equipment. The role requires graduation from an accredited Radiation Therapy School, current ARRT and state licensure, and a current BLS certificate.

Travel within region is possible; strong communication and compassionate patient care are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Radiation Therapy School.
• Current ARRT and State licensure required and verified prior to employment.
• Current BLS certificate required and verified prior to employment.
• Minimum of six (6) months’ experience as a staff therapist preferred; willing to train recent graduates.

Responsibilities

• Interprets and implements prescription and treatment plan as directed by the Radiation Oncologist.
• Educates patients on procedures, skincare, side effects, and nutrition.
• Performs simulation procedures and prepares immobilization devices for various body parts.
• Monitors patients’ clinical progress, withholds treatment if necessary, and refers patients to Radiation Oncologist or Executive Director for appropriate intervention.
• Operates therapeutic equipment, ensures proper patient positioning, monitors the patient during the procedure, and performs related clerical duties.
• Evaluates and assesses treatment machine operations; recognizes machine malfunctions and reports them to the Executive Director.
• Communicates clearly and concisely with all members of the health care team, patients, and families.
• Adheres to strict radiation safety guidelines, internal quality controls, organizational standards, department policies and procedures, and strategic goals.
• Accurately completes and charts all simulation and treatment summaries, reports, and documentation.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Medical terminology

HIPAA compliance

Multitasking

Problem-solving

Education

Graduated from an accredited Radiation Therapy School

Job description

United Urology Group in Gaithersburg, MD is seeking a Radiation Therapist to deliver prescribed ionizing radiation under the direction of a Radiation Oncologist using a range of techniques and equipment. The role requires graduation from an accredited Radiation Therapy School, current ARRT and state licensure, and a current BLS certificate.

Travel within region is possible; strong communication and compassionate patient care are essential.