Radiation Therapist II

US Oncology Network-wide Career Opportunities; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 53,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Maryland Oncology Hematology seeks a qualified Radiation Therapist to join our team in Maryland. You will deliver prescribed radiation treatments, ensure accurate beam positioning, and document patient treatments accurately under the supervision of a radiation oncologist and chief therapist.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited radiation therapy program, ARRT certification, and a valid state license.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiation therapy technology program.
• Minimum 3 years experience actively practicing as an RTT.
• ARRT certification required.
• Must hold valid state license for radiation therapy.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and record radiation therapy treatments under the direction of a radiation oncologist and chief radiation therapist.
• Enter and maintain patient treatment parameters in the electronic medical record; may assist in training staff/students.
• Assist in maintaining patient appointment schedules and submitting correct billing information.
• Cut blocks as applicable and prepare custom molds as needed.
• Interpret computerized treatment plans and ensure accurate beam delivery.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Education

Radiation therapy technology program graduate

ARRT certification

State license for radiation therapy

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team at Maryland Oncology Hematology!

We're looking for passionate and talented professionals to join our team in providing exceptional cancer care. If you're dedicated to making a difference for patients, physicians, and colleagues, we want to hear from you! With 15+ locations across Maryland and DC, we offer a dynamic and supportive environment where you can grow and thrive.

Explore opportunities with us and apply today!

The general pay scale for this position at MOH is $38.49-$59.22 per hour. The actual hiring rate is dependent on many factors, including but not limited to prior work experience, education, job/position responsibilities, location, work performance, etc.

SCOPE: Under direct supervision, administers radiation therapy treatments to patients. Accuracy in positioning the beam of radiation to correspond with the designated tumor volume and accurately delivering the prescribed dose are paramount job functions. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Responsibilities

• -Accurately delivers and records radiation therapy treatments under the direction of a radiation oncologist and chief radiation therapist.
• -Accurately enters and maintains patient treatment parameters into electronic medical record. Participates in clinical instruction of newly hired therapists and students.
• -Assists in maintaining patient appointment schedule and submitting correct billing information.
• -Accurately cuts blocks, when applicable.
• -Accurately makes custom molds.
• -Accurately completes simple mu calaculations.
• -Accurately interprets a computerized treatment plan.
• -Maintains clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduate of an accredited radiation therapy technology program. Minimum 3 years experience actively practicing as an RTT. ARRT certification required. Must hold valid state license for radiation therapy.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to be present at the employee site during regularly scheduled business hours and regularly required to sit or stand and talk or hear. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment may include exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment. Work will involve in-person interaction with co-workers and management and/or clients. Work may require minimal travel by automobile to office sites.