Radiation Therapist

Upper-Allegheny-Health-System; City of Olean (NY); Vor Ort; USD 25.000 - 35.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Upper-Allegheny-Health-System is seeking a Radiation Therapist in Olean, NY, to administer prescribed radiation treatments to pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients under physician supervision. The role includes patient observation, dosimetry support, tumor localization, and maintaining treatment records.

Requirements include a course in Radiation Therapy Technology, NY licensure, ARRT certification, CPR, and 1–3 years of clinical experience.

Qualifikationen

• Completion of a course in Radiation Therapy Technology.
• Current New York State licensure and ARRT certification or board eligibility in Radiation Therapy.
• CPR certification required.
• 1–3 years clinical experience preferred.
• Knowledge of anatomy and patient positioning.

Aufgaben

• Apply prescribed radiation to patients per physician guidance.
• Observe and document treatment, assist in tumor localization and dosimetry.
• Coordinate patient follow-up and education.
• Maintain treatment records.

Kenntnisse

Radiation Therapy

Ausbildung

New York State Licensure

ARRT Certification

CPR Certification

Jobbeschreibung

Radiation Therapist

Location: Radiation Center
Location of Job : US:NY:Olean
Work Type : Full-Time
Shift 1

Job Description

This position is responsible to apply radiation to the patient (inclusive of pediatric, adult, and geriatric population) in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the Radiation Oncologist. Assist in the treatment of disease by administering carefully prescribed doses of x-ray or other forms of ionizing radiation under the supervision of a physician. The radiation therapy technologist administers the treatment, observes the patient during treatment, and maintains records of the treatment. Other duties may include tumor localization, dosimetry, patient follow-up, and patient education.

Education And Credentials

Satisfactory completion of a course in Radiation Therapy Technology. Current licensure as required by the State of New York and certification or board eligible in Radiation Therapy by the American Registry of Radiology Technology. Maintain ARRT certification in radiation therapy with a minimum of documented 12 hours of continuing education. CPR certification required.

Experience

One (1) to three (3) years clinical experience in Radiation Therapy preferred. Knowledge in principles, practices and procedures involved in the operation of ionizing radiographic and radiation therapy equipment. Knowledge of the human anatomy and proper positioning of a patient to provide treatment as prescribed.

Working Conditions

Job Details

Department : OGH Radiation Oncology
Standard Hours Bi-Weekly : 75.00
Weekend/Holiday Requirement: No
On Call Required : No
With Rotation: No
Scheduled Work Hours: 8a-4p
Work Arrangement : Onsite
Union Code : N35 - Non Union OGH
Requisition ID# : 24076
Grade : OLH5 Pay Frequency : Bi-Weekly
Salary Range : $18.23 - $25.07

*Wage will be determined based on factors such as candidate's experience, qualifications, internal equity, and any applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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