Radiation Therapist I: Patient-Centered Cancer Care

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle, WA seeks a Radiation Therapist I to deliver radiation therapy under supervision and support patient care. You will operate diverse radiation therapy equipment, document treatment, and coordinate with physicians and staff to ensure accurate treatment delivery.

The role requires ARRT eligibility and a WA license, strong communication, and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Radiation Therapy or related field.
• Registry eligible and ARRT registration within 1 year of employment in Radiation Therapy and Technology by the ARRT.
• Washington State License.
• Ability to communicate verbally in person, on the phone and in writing in a clear, concise and professional manner.
• Ability to work independently, organize and prioritize concurrent responsibilities and demands.
• Ability to assess patients' conditions and request assistance when necessary.
• Ability to assist in the movement of patient to and from wheelchairs, carts and radiographic tables.

Responsibilities

• Provides radiation therapy to patients utilizing a variety of radiation therapy equipment. Delivers a planned course of radiation therapy.
• Evaluates the daily condition of patients undergoing treatment and recognizes the need for emotional and psychological support to patients.
• Refer patients to departmental staff and other health care professionals.
• Reinforce radiation oncologists' recommendations regarding general activities, diet, prevention and treatment of reactions to radiation therapy.
• Maintain detailed and accurate daily records of technical, legal and statistical components of treatment.
• Assist Radiation Oncologists in patient positioning, radiation treatment field localization and simulation procedures using CT scanners, simulator, computers and other equipment.
• Check patient prescription and treatment records for errors.
• Perform daily quality assurance tests on radiation therapy equipment.
• Instructs radiation therapy students and/or new staff accordingly to clinical and department requirements; assists in the orientation of department and hospital personnel with emphasis on radiation safety.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Organizational skills

Clinical assessment

Patient handling

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Radiation Therapy or related field

Washington State License

Registry eligible and ARRT registration within 1 year

Tools

EMR systems

Email and Word processing

Job description

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle, WA seeks a Radiation Therapist I to deliver radiation therapy under supervision and support patient care. You will operate diverse radiation therapy equipment, document treatment, and coordinate with physicians and staff to ensure accurate treatment delivery.

The role requires ARRT eligibility and a WA license, strong communication, and the ability to work independently.