Radiation Therapist

Confluence Health

Wenatchee (WA)

On-site

USD 73,000 - 113,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Gym Membership Discount

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Adoption Assistance

Shift Differential

Job summary

Confluence Health is seeking a Radiation Therapist to safely deliver radiotherapy treatments under supervision of a radiation oncologist. You will operate treatment equipment, administer prescribed doses, and assist in simulations and device fabrication. The role requires an associate degree in radiation therapy and ARRT RT(T) certification.

Join a team focused on patient care, quality assurance, and ongoing professional development in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

Minimum Associate degree in radiation therapy technology.
Certified ARRT in radiation therapy (RT(T)).
WA State Certification RT(T) prior to start of employment.

Responsibilities

Safely delivers radiotherapy treatments to patients.
Operates radiotherapy equipment and administers prescribed radiation doses.
Performs simulation and creates immobilization devices as prescribed.

Skills

Radiation therapy

Treatment planning

Image guidance

Patient communication

Education

Associate Degree in Radiation Therapy

Tools

Varian

ARIA

Job description

Overview

Located in the heart of Washington, we enjoy open skies, snow-capped mountains, and the lakes and rivers of the high desert. We are the proud home of orchards, farms, and small communities. Confluence Health actively supports the communities we serve and their quality of life through our community support program and through our individual efforts as involved community members.

Salary Range

$52.69 - $82.49

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Saving Accounts
Paid Time Off
Generous Retirement Plans
Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability
Gym Membership Discount
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Adoption Assistance
Shift Differential

Summary

Up To $15,000 Sign On Bonus

Applies to external candidates only.

Requires 2-year commitment to Confluence Health

Under the administrative supervision of the Clinical Manager and the professional direction of a radiation oncologist, the radiation therapist performs various radiotherapy treatments and simulations at a technical level requiring minimal supervision of technical detail. The radiation therapist may be assigned to provide specific instruction to technology students and/or ancillary personnel and may be required to assist in the development of new techniques for simulations and/or treatments, in the use of new equipment and the development of new devices.

Position Reports To: Radiation Oncology Clinical Manager

Essential Functions

Safely provides the correct radiotherapy treatment to patients.
- Follows principles of radiation protection (i.e., ALARA) for patient, self and others.
- Reviews the isodose plan and treatment prescription prior to implementation. Verifies the treatment plan is consistent with the prescription and can be accurately implemented in the treatment room.
Operates the medical equipment used for radiotherapy.
- Administers prescribed doses of radiation to specific body parts as planned and prescribed by a radiation oncologist, using radiation therapy equipment according to established practices and standards.
- Performs simulation as prescribed by a radiation oncologist. Fabricates individualized immobilization devices (molds, blocks, compensators and other beam-modifying devices).
- Utilizes imaging technologies for the explicit purpose of simulation, treatment planning and treatment delivery as prescribed by a radiation oncologist (e.g., weekly ports, CBCT, kVp and MV imaging, and IGRT).
Ensures that the medical equipment is regularly maintained and in excellent working order.
- Performs daily warm-up procedures (e.g., processor, simulator, treatment units) prior to each patient and maintain documentation of quality assurance activities, procedures and results in accordance with established guidelines.
- Checks equipment for malfunctions/abnormal quality assurance readings and report any abnormal findings to appropriate personnel (clinical manager or administrator, medical physicist, machine engineer).
Maintains accurate records of a patient’s treatment regimen.
- Maintains records, reports and files as required, including such information as radiation dosages, equipment settings and patients’ reactions.
Discusses various treatment plans with the patient developed in partnership with clinical oncologists and physicians.
- Helps patients to understand the potential side effects of radiation treatment and how to manage any associated side effects.
- Provides explanation and instruction to patients regarding radiation therapy procedures and provides education on skin car and nutrition and maintains patient markings during treatment.
Participates in departmental performance improvement activities.
- Attends weekly quality assurance rounds, monthly therapy meetings and educational in-services.
- Incorporates department and hospital policies and procedures into care provided.
Required to maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
Other duties as assigned.