Radiation Therapist

Reading Hospital; Reading (Berks County); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Generous benefits

Tower Advance Pay

Employee programs

Résumé du poste

Reading Hospital, part of Tower Health, is seeking a Radiation Therapy Technician to administer treatments according to the treatment prescription authorized by the radiation oncologist and to obtain images used to plan and target the radiation.

You will assess patient condition prior to simulation and treatment, create immobilization devices for CT simulation, operate a CT scanner and MED RAD injector for IV contrast, obtain IV access for contrast, and provide patient education throughout the

Qualifications

• ARRT Certification in Radiation Therapy is required.
• Post high school education in a related program or equivalent.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills essential.
• Prior experience as a Radiation Therapy Technician preferred.

Responsabilités

• Administers radiation treatments according to the treatment prescription authorized by the radiation oncologist.
• Obtains images used to plan and target the radiation.
• Assesses patient condition prior to simulation/treatment administration.
• Provides patient education on an ongoing basis throughout the course of simulation/treatment.
• Creates immobilization and treatment aid/accessory devices for each patient during CT simulation.
• Operates CT scanner and MED RAD injector for IV contrast; obtains IV access and performs blood draws as indicated.

Connaissances

Excellent Communications Skills

Excellent Interpersonal Skills

CT Scanner Operating

Formation

Post High School Diploma Program

ARRT Certification in Radiation Therapy

Outils

CT Scanner

MED RAD injector

Description du poste

• Administers radiation treatments according to the treatment prescription authorized by the radiation oncologist
• Obtains images used to plan and target the radiation
• Assesses patient condition prior to simulation/treatment administration
• Provides patient education on an ongoing basis throughout the course of simulation/treatment.

Job Summary

• Administers radiation treatments according to the treatment prescription authorized by the radiation oncologist
• Obtains images used to plan and target the radiation
• Assesses patient condition prior to simulation/treatment administration
• Provides patient education on an ongoing basis throughout the course of simulation/treatment.

When Assigned To CT Simulation, The Radiation Therapy Technician

• Creates immobilization and treatment aid/accessory devices specific for each patient
• Utilizes technical knowledge operating a CT scanner and MED RAD power injector for IV contrast administration
• Obtains and analyzes cross sectional imaging for treatment planning according to the physician intent
• Obtains IV sites for contrast administration and performs blood draws as indicated.

Benefits

• Generous time off, tuition assistance, and comprehensive benefits
• Instant access throughout the pay period with Tower Advance Pay, ensuring financial flexibility and convenience
• Employee Assistance Program, Retirement Savings Program, Life Insurance, and more!

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Qualifications

Education Requirements

• Post High School Diploma Program

Experience

• Prior working experience as a Radiation Therapy Technician

Certification and Licensure

• ARRT Certification in Radiation Therapy

Required Skills

• Excellent Communications Skills
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills

Overview

Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area. Discover why our hospital is a great place to work—take a virtual tour of our facility here: Reading Hospital Virtual Tour