Radiation Therapist I

American Oncology Partners, PA; United States; Sur place; USD 42 622 - 83 675; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Oncology Consultants in the United States is seeking a Radiation Therapist (RTT) to deliver prescribed radiation treatments under supervision. You will identify patients, position them for treatment, and document all treatment records with accuracy and care.

The role requires ARRT certification, a minimum of one year of experience, and CPR/BLS. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., with rare travel; work is on-site in the Radiation Oncology department.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Radiation Therapy Technology is required.
• BS degree in Radiation Therapy Technology or related field preferred.
• Minimum 1 year experience as Radiation Therapist required.
• Certified as a Registered Radiation Therapy Technologist by the ARRT.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.
• Spanish communication skills are desirable.

Responsabilités

• Provide radiation therapy services as part of the radiation oncology team.
• Communicate effectively with patients and families.
• Respond to emergencies with basic life support and CPR.
• Document treatment setups, doses and calculations accurately.
• Perform quality assurance checks and report deviations as needed.
• Adhere to safety, regulatory, and departmental policies.

Connaissances

English fluency

Spanish as desirable

Formation

Graduate from accredited Radiation Therapy program

BS degree in Radiation Therapy or related field

Description du poste

Location: Oncology Consultants - Precision Radiation Office
Pay Range: $30.94 - $60.74

Position Summary

The Radiation Therapist (RTT) reports to the Radiation Therapy Lead and provides the technical portion of radiation therapy treatments within the department of Radiation Oncology. Their primary duties include the delivery of radiation treatments according to written prescriptions and treatment plans while ensuring safety in patient care through the consistent practice of departmental procedures for treatment administration. Treatment delivery includes identifying the correct patient, escorting patients to the treatment room, assisting patients onto the treatment table, positioning patients for treatment, delivering radiation from the control room and assisting the patient in exiting the treatment room. The RTT provides and ensures an environment of caring, concern and support for patients, visitors, medical staff and co‑workers on a consistent basis. They ensure the quality of treatment delivery through the complete and accurate documentation of treatment records, recognize deviations from prescribed treatment delivery and report all deviations to the Radiation Therapy Lead and/or Physician, use effective communication techniques, observe patients for reactions to treatments and reinforce patient education and side‑effect management. The RTT independently performs patient simulations as requested by the physician and assists in all treatment-related procedures, including transporting patients, reviewing charts, and ordering supplies.

Key Performance Areas

The RTT performs his/her job demonstrating technical ability, understanding of job expectations and compliance with organizational policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide radiation therapy services as an essential member of the radiation oncology treatment team, delivering total quality care to each patient.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families and other members of the radiation oncology team.
• Respond physically, intellectually and emotionally to emergency situations, providing first aid, CPR and other patient care until a physician or nurse arrives.
• Handle stressful situations, make informed decisions and give emotional support to patients and their families.
• Document accurately and legibly treatment set‑ups, doses and calculations.
• Use good judgment to hold treatment until consultation with the radiation oncologist if necessary.
• Explain procedure to the patient, means of communication during treatment and procedures to follow if an emergency arises.
• Reinforce advice given to patients about skin care, mouth care, diet and general welfare.
• Provide instructional direction and/or guidance to therapists regarding correct procedures for both routine and complex tumor localization and treatment.
• Fulfill the essential functions of a registered RTT in the clinical setting of Radiation Oncology.
• Evaluate and assess treatment delivery components by manually performing quality assurance and quality control checks, observing monitors and scales to note divergence from expected readings, detecting equipment malfunctions and taking appropriate action.
• Evaluate and assess daily the physiological and psychological responsiveness of each patient during delivery, providing effective patient education.
• Maintain values congruent with the profession’s code of ethics and scope of practice, and adhere to national, institution, and departmental standards, policies and procedures regarding treatment delivery and patient care.
• Comply with all Federal and State laws and regulations pertaining to patient care, patient’s rights, safety, billing and collections.
• Adhere to all company and departmental policies, including IT policies and the Disaster Recovery Plan.

Qualifications and Requirements

Education

• Minimum: Graduate from an accredited School of Radiation Therapy Technology.
• Preferred: BS Degree in Radiation Therapy Technology or a related field.

Experience

• Minimum of one (1) year of mandatory experience as a Radiation Therapist.
• Consider recent graduates of accredited RTT programs eligible to sit for their registry; must pass the RTT Registry exam within 6 months of hire.

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified as a Registered Radiation Therapy Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Dual certification as a General Radiographer (ARRT) or CT Technologist is preferred.
• Current CPR/BLS certifications required.

Skills

• Fluency in English with excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish is desirable.

Work Schedule

• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
• Travel: Rarely.