Radiation Therapist

MDA Edge; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in IT Services and Consulting seeks a dedicated Radiation Therapist to join their Radiation Oncology department. In this full-time role, you will provide individualized radiation therapy treatments, ensuring patient comfort and understanding throughout the process. Collaborating closely with the oncology team, you will utilize advanced medical imaging equipment to deliver precise treatments and assess patient reactions. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to oncology research aimed at enhancing treatment methods while working in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about patient care and advancing healthcare practices, this is the role for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing radiation therapy treatments to patients.
• Ability to explain treatment processes and manage patient queries.

Responsibilities

• Administer radiation therapies and monitor patient progress.
• Perform quality assurance tests on simulation and treatment machines.

Skills

Radiation Therapy

Patient Care

Medical Imaging

Oncology Research

Communication Skills

Tools

Aria

TrueBeam

Job description

Job Summary:

• Department: Radiation Oncology
• Shift Timings: 08:00-16:30 Monday to Friday (5 Days/8 Hours Shift)
• Per Week: 40 Hours
• No Weekends.
• Experience with Aria and TrueBeam.

Responsibilities:

• Providing individualized radiation therapy treatments to patients, in consultation with the oncology team.
• Explaining the process to patients and answering any questions.
• Administering radiation therapies as per patient treatment plans.
• Using medical imaging equipment to ensure treatments are delivered accurately.
• Assessing patients' reactions to treatments, providing advice on side effects, and methods of alleviating these.
• Monitoring patient progress and suggesting amendments to treatment plans when necessary.
• Providing ongoing support to patients and their families.
• Performing quality assurance tests on simulation and treatment machines.
• Undertaking oncology research to improve treatment methods.

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting