Radiation Therapist

5 Star Recruitment; Waxahachie (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Radiation Therapist to perform high-quality radiation therapy procedures as directed by licensed providers. Essential functions include preparing patients, maintaining safety protocols, and documenting all relevant procedures. Candidates must have ARRT certification, a state license, and ideally 2 years of experience, though fresh graduates are also encouraged to apply. This role is located in Waxahachie, Texas, offering an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care.

Qualifications

• ARRT certification required.
• TMB state license is mandatory.
• Minimum 2 years experience as a Radiation Therapist, fresh graduates accepted.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality radiation therapy procedures.
• Instruct and communicate with patients about the procedure.
• Maintain equipment and work area for quality standards.
• Screen individuals entering the department per policies.
• Maintain accurate medical imaging records.

Skills

High-quality radiation therapy procedures

Patient communication

Infection control

Documentation and organization

Emergency response

Education

ARRT certification

TMB - state license

2 years experience as a Radiation Therapist

Job description

The Radiation Therapist, under the general supervision of a Radiation Oncologist, performs radiation therapy procedures on ambulatory and hospital patients as requested by a physician or other licensed provider for the diagnosis of disease and injury in accordance with established protocols.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

• Performs high-quality radiation therapy procedures, according to exam protocol, in a timely manner.
• Maintains production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards and procedures.
• Utilizes AIDET when communicating with patients to identify patient service requirements, ensure the correct exam is performed on the correct patient, and establish rapport with patients and others.
• Instructs and communicates with patients and their families regarding the test to be performed and assesses patient's ability to tolerate the exam.
• Prepares patient and area for the procedure by positioning patient, adjusting immobilization devices, moving equipment into specified position, and adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors.
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to safety requirements, infection control, drug and radiation policies, protocols, and techniques.
• Uses proper sterile techniques when setting up and performing invasive multimodality procedures and maintains hand hygiene requirements.
• Maintains equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards.
• Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal operational capabilities of the equipment. Reports issues to management or the appropriate department.
• Assists in maintaining supplies inventory.
• Ensures people are safe to enter the department by screening them according to approved policies and procedures.
• Obtains, verifies, and maintains all relevant documentation such as requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy status, and shielding precautions taken, consent forms, policies, procedures, etc.
• Maintains medical imaging records in the appropriate system and according to department policies and standards for interpretation in a timely manner.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

• Able to perform high-quality radiation therapy procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner.
• Able to explain the procedure and put patients at ease.
• Able to provide services in a timely, accurate, and cost-efficient manner in compliance with established System and regulatory standards, policies, and procedures.
• Able to perform tasks alone without the need for routine oversight.
• Able to maintain a calm and helpful attitude, even under times of stress, and take appropriate and reasonable steps to resolve issues.
• Able to effectively administer first aid and use the emergency cart.
• Able to ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times, providing courteous service, remaining professional, reviewing patient satisfaction scores, and developing action plans when required.
• Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge, continued education, and skills appropriate care for the following age groups (specific to department): newborn, pediatric, young adult, adult, and geriatric.
• Able to serve as a preceptor by providing quality training to new team members and on new services and initiatives.
• Able to take calls, if required.

Required Citizenship / Work Permit / Visa Status

Must-Haves

ARRT;
TMB - state license;
2 years experience as a Radiation therapist
Fresh graduates are also fine for this role