Radiation Therapist

Tower Health; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits

Tower Advance Pay

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Savings Program

Life Insurance

Job summary

Tower Health in Reading, PA, seeks a Radiation Therapy Technician to administer treatments, obtain planning images, and assess patient condition during simulation and treatment. The role supports ongoing patient education.

When assigned to CT simulation, the technician creates immobilization devices, operates CT scanner, performs IV contrast administration, and assists with image analysis for treatment planning.

Qualifications

• Post High School Diploma Program completed.
• ARRT Certification in Radiation Therapy.
• Prior working experience as a Radiation Therapy Technician.

Responsibilities

• 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 CT simulation.
• Operates CT scanner and MED RAD power injector for IV contrast administration.
• Obtains and analyzes cross sectional imaging for treatment planning according to physician intent.

Skills

Excellent Communications Skills

Excellent Interpersonal Skills

Education

Post High School Diploma Program

Job description

Job Summary

The Radiation Therapy Technician:

• 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.

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