Radiation Therapist 2 PRN

Inova Health System; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Radiation Therapist 2 to join their team. This role involves administering radiation treatments, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining high-quality standards in a supportive environment. You will work PRN Day Shift from Monday to Friday, utilizing state-of-the-art medical facilities. The ideal candidate will have an Associate degree in Radiation Therapy, relevant certifications, and at least two years of experience in the field. Join a top employer recognized for its commitment to safety and quality in patient care, while enjoying comprehensive benefits and perks.

Benefits

State-of-the-art medical and training facilities

Retirement benefits with match from day one

Free parking for all employees

Exclusive savings opportunities

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a Staff Radiation Therapy department.
• American Registered Radiologic Technologist certification required.

Responsibilities

• Administer radiation treatments and maintain accurate treatment records.
• Perform daily quality assurance on treatment machines.

Skills

Effective Communication

Radiation Treatment Administration

Patient Positioning

Quality Assurance

Dosimetry Planning

Education

Associate Degree in Radiation Therapy

Certification in Radiation Therapy

Tools

Linear Accelerators

Computed Tomography Machines

Job description

Radiation Therapist 2:

Inova Loudoun Hospital is seeking a full-time Radiation Therapist 2 to join the team. This position is working PRN Day Shift Monday to Friday as needed by the department.

Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience.We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.

Inova PRN Benefits and Perks:

• State-of-the-art medical and training facilities


• Retirement benefits with match from day one


• Free Parking to all employees


• Exclusive savings opportunities to in-store events, theme parks, discounts, movie tickets and local offerings and so much more!

Radiation Therapist 2 Job Responsibilities:

• The Radiation Therapist 2 communicates effectively with patients, families, medical staff, healthcare team members, supervisors and outside contacts. Responsible for treatment modalities and protocols to accurately set-up and administer radiation treatments on a daily basis.


• Maintains accurate records of daily treatments and other records as required; Documents any corrections in charts resulting from changes in the originally prescribed course of treatment.


• Ensures that portal verification films are taken at appropriate intervals; Recognizes the need for adjustments in treatment ports when comparing simulation/portal films or patient positions; Prepares immobilization devices in accordance with physician prescriptions.


• Positions patients for initial definition of tumor volume to be determined by physicians; Films specified treatment volume for review and approval by physicians.


• Marks/tattoos appropriate body anatomy for daily re-positioning on linear accelerator; Documents or captures patient measurements and machine treatment parameters for dosimetry planning and calculations; Acquires Computed Tomography machine data sets for patient positioning, contours and set-up parameters.


• Performs daily quality assurance on linear accelerators, simulators and Computed Tomography machines to verify accurate output of designated parameters; Reports erratic operation of equipment to physics; Verifies operation of emergency shutoffs and interlocks; Reports any discrepancies to physics.


• Participates or helps with in-vivo dosimetry measurements and special dosimetry.


• May perform additional duties as assigned.

Radiation Therapist 2 Requirements:

• Work Schedule: PRN Day Shift Monday to Friday


• Education: Associate degree in Radiation Therapy or Certification.


• Experience: 2 years of experience as a Staff Radiation Therapy department with experience in linear accelerators and patient simulation


• Certifications:
  
  
  
  • American Registered Radiologic Technologist required upon start.
  
  
  • Basic Life Support form AHA required upon start.