Radiation Therapist

WVU Medicine Berkeley and Jefferson Medical Centers; Martinsburg (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Medicine Berkeley and Jefferson Medical Centers is seeking a Radiation Therapist to join their team. This role involves administering radiation therapy, educating patients, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate will be licensed and board certified, with strong communication skills and a commitment to patient care.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $10,000

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiation therapy program.
• Licensed and board certified as a Radiation Therapist.
• Ability to obtain Basic Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

• Administers external radiation therapy as prescribed.
• Educates patients about treatment and potential side effects.
• Monitors and observes patients' clinical progress.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Logic and reasoning

Customer service principles

Education

Graduate of a formal radiation therapy technology program accredited by JRCERT

Licensed by the WV Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board

Board Certified by ARRT in Radiation Therapy Technology

Certification in Basic Life Support

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This position is responsible for accurately recording, interpreting and administering the treatment prescribed by radiation oncologists. Radiation therapists take daily images, analyze them and make adjustments to the patient to ensure accurate treatment. During simulation, therapists operate a CT scanner to obtain images to assist the physician in localizing and outlining the anatomical areas requiring treatment. Radiation therapists have continual contact with patients for the course of their treatment, educating them about treatment and simulation procedures and potential radiation side effects. Monitoring and observing each patient's clinical progress and emotional needs also are part of the therapist's daily routine. The therapist, as a member of the health care team, refers patients to physicians, nurses or social service professionals when necessary.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

• Graduate of a formal radiation therapy technology program accredited by the Joint Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).
• Licensed by the WV Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board of Examiners as a Radiation Therapist.
• Board Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiation Therapy Technology.
• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.
• West Virginia state criminal background check required, and Federal, if applicable, for DHHR BMS regulated area.
  
  

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

• Administers external radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by a radiation oncologist to affect curative or palliative treatment of disease.
• Assures that the patient’s position, the orientation of the treatment equipment and the placement of the treatment beam conform to the specifications of the planned course of treatment, as monitored by daily and weekly chart reviews, and accuracy through the use of image guidance.
• Performs simulations and localization (where available) according to established protocols and produces usable images for the planning and verifying of treatment procedures. Calculates actual monitor units in cases of emergent simulations after normal department hours.
• Prepares and constructs equipment, such as immobilization devices, treatment devices, and protection devices.
• Assists the radiation oncologists, medical dosimetrists, and medical physicists in preparing the physical and technical aspects of radiation treatment plans by providing information about the patient’s condition and anatomy.
• Educates, prepares and reassures patients and their families by answering questions, providing physical assistance, and reinforcing the radiation oncologists’ advice regarding treatment reactions and post-treatment care.
• Plans and performs procedures for the treatment and imaging of patients, meeting the quality standards of the department as identified through professional literature and department policy.
• Performs daily equipment warm-up and quality checks as outlined by medical physics. Documents QA as required. Reports any variances to medical physics.
• Determines technical charges based on procedure(s) performed and assigns appropriate CPT code.
• Attends and participates in departmental meetings and activities to support process improvement and team building.
• Applies knowledge and technical aspects of the position, maintaining professional and technical competencies as required by the organization and/or the accreditation and licensing bodies.
• May train and mentors students from Radiation Therapy Technology Programs. Provides feedback and assessments as required.
• Schedules patients for simulation and treatment procedures, often coordinating with other department schedules and patient appointments.
  
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Differentiate various shades of gray as depicted on a black and white television monitor or photograph.
• Stand and walk for up to 8 hours a day
• Lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds of weight; carry up to 20 pounds of weight.
• Ability to see details at close range (near vision).
  
  

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Large clinical area that requires interaction with physicians, nurses, dosimetrists, physicists, and support staff.
• The presence of computers/computer monitors which are essential for performing job tasks.
• The presence of radiation producing equipment, including linear accelerators, gamma knife, and/or HDR.
  
  

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches for the department.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.
  
  

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company:

BMC Berkeley Medical Center

Cost Center:

158 BMC Cancer Radiation Oncology

Address:

2500 Hospital Drive

Martinsburg

West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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