Radiation Therapist

Commonspirit; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonspirit seeks a dedicated Radiation Therapist to join its team at the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center in Houston, TX. The ideal candidate will operate advanced treatment equipment, educate patients about their care, and participate in ongoing quality assurance. A sign-on bonus is available for new hires.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree and relevant certifications required.
• Knowledge of simulation and radiation therapy equipment necessary for role.

Responsibilities

• Operates radiation therapy equipment and assists in dosimetry procedures.
• Coordinates patient schedules and maintains quality checks on equipment.
• Educates patients about procedures and monitors them for reactions.

Skills

Patient Education

Simulation Knowledge

Quality Assurance

Technical Operation

Education

Associate’s Degree from an Accredited School of Radiation Therapy

Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologist as a Radiation Therapist R.T.(T)(ARRT)

Licensed by the Texas Medical Board as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT)

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

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*Responsibilities*

Operates radiation therapy equipment in order to simulate and/or treat patients for malignancies. Completes required documentation in medical records, completes charge procedures and Performs quality assurance checks to verify accuracy of all procedures performed.

*POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES*

• Performs patient’s simulations under direction of physician, which includes patient alignment, portal marking and chart documentation.
• Supply data for and assist in fabrication and/or designs patient immobilization and treatment devices, such as vaculocks, bolus and aquaplast masks.
• Assists in dosimetry procedures, including obtaining patient parameters.
• Educates patients regarding simulation, treatment procedures and possible reactions (as directed by physician/nurse).
• Observes patient for treatment reactions and reports reactions to physician/nurse.
• Assists in emergency procedures as necessary.
• Delivers a prescribed planned course of radiation therapy, which includes review of prescription, diagnosis, medical record and patient identification. In addition, Prepares room and equipment for patient treatments including set-up of immobilization devices, field size, treatment distance, shielding devices, etc.
• Monitors patient and equipment during treatment and/or simulation reporting any unusual circumstances, such as patient movement, equipment malfunction, etc.
• Completes daily quality checks on treatment and simulator equipment. Maintains accurate documentation of quality checks. Documents and reports all variances and Initiates proper follow-up.
• Coordinates patient simulator/treatment schedules.
• Records accurate daily patient billing.
• Participates in the clinical education of radiation therapy students.
• Performs other related duties as requested or assigned.
  
  

*Qualifications*

Education And Licensure Required

• Associate’s Degree from an Accredited School of Radiation Therapy.
• Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologist as a Radiation Therapist R.T.(T)(ARRT).
• Licensed by the Texas Medical Board as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA).
  
  

Experience

• Knowledge of simulation and radiation therapy equipment.
  
  

*Overview*

Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center is an internationally recognized leader in research and clinical excellence that has given rise to breakthroughs in cardiovascular care neuroscience oncology transplantation and more. Our team’s efforts have led to the creation of many research programs and initiatives to develop advanced treatments found nowhere else in the world. In our commitment to advancing standards in an ever-evolving healthcare environment our new McNair Campus is designed around the human experience—modeled on evidence-based practices for the safety of patients visitors staff and physicians. The 27.5-acre campus represents the future of healthcare through a transformative alliance focused on leading-edge patient care research and education. Our strong alliance with Texas Heart Institute and Baylor College of Medicine allows us to bring our patients a powerful network of care unlike any other. Our collaboration is focused on increasing access to care through a growing network of leading specialists and revolutionizing healthcare to save lives and improve the health of the communities we serve.

Situated in the vibrant city of Houston, TX, the *Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center* stands as a beacon of hope and healing, proudly affiliated with *Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center and Baylor College of Medicine*. In the spring of 2023, the Cancer Center embarked on a new chapter with the inauguration of the O’Quinn Medical Tower, a testament to progress and innovation. Within our brand-new facility, the Radiation Oncology Department boasts a welcoming clinic space on the first floor, where cutting-edge Varian equipment, including Halcyon and Edge LINACs, and the Bravos HDR unit, awaits alongside two wide-bore Siemens CT simulators. Experience the seamless integration of motion management through AlignRT across all machines and simulators. Here, Baylor College of Medicine's physicians stand ready to provide compassionate care and expertise, supported by dedicated onsite physics and dosimetry support.

*Join us in our commitment to healing and hope at the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center, where every patient is treated with compassionate care beyond cancer.*

***$10,000 Sign-On Bonus will be offered with a two (2) year commitment.***

*Pay Range*

$42.69 - $61.91 /hour

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Wellness and Fitness Services, Hospitals and Health Care, and Medical Practices

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