Radiation Therapist

Advocate Health; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Advocate Health in Winston-Salem, NC, is seeking a Radiation Therapy Technologist for day shifts with occasional late shifts. The role involves delivering and recording RT treatments under a Radiation Oncologist, reviewing imaging for patient setup, and performing QA on equipment.

Required ARRT eligibility, Associate's Degree in Radiation Therapy, and CPR-BLS. Strong teamwork and accurate documentation in EMR are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Radiation Therapy is required.
• ARRT or Deemed Registry Eligible and able to sit for the Certification Exam.
• Valid CPR Certification – BLS.

Responsibilities

• Delivers and records radiation therapy treatments under the direction of a Radiation Oncologist.
• Reviews images and port films with the medical team for patient setup, device selection, and verification.
• Performs daily quality assurance (QA) on equipment and troubleshoots malfunctions.
• Enters patient treatment parameters into electronic medical records.
• Maintains patient appointment schedules and ensures proper charge capture for treatments.
• Performs CT simulation in preparation for patient treatment; cuts blocks, makes immobilization, and performs MU calculations when needed.
• Performs patient positioning and transporting duties with proper technique.
• Demonstrates age-appropriate care and understanding of growth and development for patients.
• Adapts to age-related needs as described in department standards.

Skills

Radiation therapy knowledge

QA & troubleshooting

EMR proficiency

Patient care & communication

Education

Associate's Degree in Radiation Therapy

Tools

EMR systems

Radiation therapy equipment

Job description

Position Highlights:

• Sign on Bonus: This job qualifies for a $10,000 sign on bonus provided the candidate meets eligibility requirements.

• Relocation Assistance: Up to $5,000 in Relocation Assistance (for qualified candidates)

• Location: Winston Salem, North Carolina

• Schedule: Day shift, weekdays (occasional late shifts).

What You'll Need:

• Associate's Degree in Radiation Therapy Required

• Registered & Certified as a Radiation Therapy Technologist by the ARRT or Deemed Registry Eligible & able to sit for the Radiation Therapy Certification Exam

• Valid CPR Certification – BLS

What You'll Do:

• Delivers and records radiation therapy treatments under the direction of a Radiation Oncologist.

• Works closely with the medical team to review images and port films for patient set ups, selection of treatment devices and verification.

• Performs daily quality assurance (QA) on equipment prior to treatment. Recognizes equipment malfunctions, troubleshoots, initiates appropriate corrective measures, and reports irregularities.

• Enters and maintains patient treatment parameters in electronic medical records.

• Maintains patient appointment schedule and ensures proper charge capture for treatments.

• Performs conventional and computed tomography (CT) simulation in preparation for patient treatment; cuts blocks, makes custom immobilization, and completes monitor unit (MU) calculations in absence of Dosimetrist or Physicist.

• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.

• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.

• Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.

• Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Knowledge of treatment planning and treatment techniques.

• Knowledge of record and verify system, radiation oncology equipment and electronic medical record systems.

• Knowledge and ability to learn and apply complex radiation therapy principles. Ability to adapt to various instrumentation and adjusting techniques.

• Competent with general radiation equipment.

• Intermediate computer skills and knowledge of electronic health records.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with physicians, staff, patients and their families.

• Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision.