Radiation Therapist

OhioHealth; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a Radiation Therapist to deliver Radiation Therapy Treatments. The role includes preparing patients, administering daily treatments, monitoring patient progress, and assisting in Brachytherapy procedures. Qualified candidates must hold an Associate's Degree, ARRT certification, and a state license. This position offers a day shift with 24 scheduled weekly hours.

Qualifications

• Registered with the ARRT and licensed to practice in the State of Ohio.
• Graduate of approved Radiation Therapy Technology Training Program.
• BLS Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Administers Radiation Therapy treatments daily.
• Maintains daily treatment records including dosages and calculations.
• Monitors patient condition and progress.
• Assists in Brachytherapy procedures.

Skills

Patient care

Radiation dose calculations

Communication

Education

Associate's Degree

ARRT certification

BLS certification

Licensed in Field - State of Ohio

Job description

Overview

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This position will deliver Radiation Therapy Treatments as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist. Prepares patients for a course of Radiation Therapy inclusive of simulation, dose calculations and acquiring of treatment parameters. This is an all new Oncology Facility at Grant Hospital. The Team utilizes Aria Charting and has a Varian Truebeam on site.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Administers Radiation Therapy treatments on a daily basis.
• Maintains daily record of treatment, inclusive of daily dosages and calculations and other necessary treatment records.
• Performs simulations, acquires treatment parameters, patient contours and dose calculations.
• Therapists who are scheduled to work 80 hours per pay may be required to be on-call for weekends and holidays on a rotating basis.
• Maintains patient schedules for In-Patients and Out-Patients; communicates frequently with families and hospital personnel to maintain schedule coordination and accommodate patients as best as possible.
• Monitors patient condition and progress on a daily basis (weight, skin care, reactions, etc.).
• Assists Radiation Oncologist in performance of Brachytherapy procedures. Oversees and directs clinical activities of Radiation Therapy Technology students. Provides clinical insight to Radiologic Technology students, nursing students, etc. as needed.
• Participates in Department Clinical QA activities, new patient conference, tumor board and QRM.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate\u2019s Degree (Required)
• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
• BLS - Basic Life Support
• DL - Driver\u2019s License
• LIC - Licensed in Field - State of Ohio

Additional Job Description

• Registered with the ARRT and licensed to practice in the State of Ohio, graduate of approved Radiation Therapy Technology Training Program. BLS Certification

Work Shift

Day

Scheduled Weekly Hours

24

Department

Radiation Oncology

Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment