Radiation Therapist

OneOncology; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Clearview Cancer Institute in north Alabama is seeking staff to deliver prescribed radiation therapy under the direction of a Radiation Oncologist. The role involves maintaining treatment records, performing simulations, and managing scheduling and billing within a collaborative oncology setting.

The position requires active participation in quality control, inventory management, patient monitoring for side effects, and proficient use of treatment computer software to support patient care.

Qualifications

• Essential Job Functions listed in the job posting.

Responsibilities

• Delivers a prescribed course of radiation therapy as directed by a Radiation Oncologist.
• Maintains documentation of patient treatment records, films and schedules.
• Performs simulations following departmental procedures and physician direction while maintaining accurate setup documentation.
• Maintains patient scheduling in each technical area.
• Maintains billing for simulation, treatment, port films and treatment aides.
• Participates in department quality control procedures.
• Maintains inventory of supplies in each technical area.
• Daily monitors and refers patients for side effects, nutritional status, disease progression, emotional and psycho-social status.
• Independently uses treatment computer software.

Job description

Clearview Cancer Institute is north Alabama’s leading cancer treatment facility. For over 30 years Clearview Cancer Institute has provided leading-edge treatment and compassionate care to those diagnosed with cancer or blood disorders. Clearview offers every service and amenity needed in an outpatient setting and our dedication to research and involvement in Phase I-IV clinical trials gives our patients the opportunity to receive potentially life-saving treatment options.

Why Join Us? We are looking for talented and highly-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.

Job Description:

Essential Job Functions

• Delivers a prescribed course of radiation therapy as directed by a Radiation Oncologist.
• Maintains documentation of patient treatment records, films and schedules.
• Performs simulations using departmental procedures and direction from physicians and physicist while maintaining accurate documentation of set-up parameters.
• Maintains patient scheduling in each technical area.
• Maintains billing for simulation, treatment, port films and treatment aides.
• Participates in quality control procedures within the department.
• Maintains inventory of supplies needed in each technical area assigned.
• Daily monitors, evaluates and refers each patient for side effects, nutritional status, physical disease progression, emotional and psycho-social status.
• Independently uses treatment computer software.