Radiation Therapist - ONC (Radiation Oncology)

UPMC; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in cancer care is seeking a dedicated Radiation Therapist to join their team in Altoona, PA. This full-time position offers a generous sign-on bonus and a regular weekday schedule. You will play a crucial role in delivering individualized patient care using advanced imaging technology and radiation systems. Collaborating with a team of board-certified specialists, you will ensure compliance with safety standards while providing effective treatments. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a leading cancer center and make a meaningful impact on patient lives.

Qualifications

• Assist in patient treatment delivery and localization imaging.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and maintain readiness for inspections.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient treatment delivery, localization imaging, and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and handle equipment issues promptly.

Skills

Patient Treatment Delivery

Localization Imaging

Regulatory Compliance

Quality Assurance

Clinical Procedures

Education

ARRT Certification

Degree in Radiation Therapy

Job description

Purpose:

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is internationally recognized for its leadership in cancer prevention, detection, diagnosis, and treatment. It is the region's only comprehensive cancer center designated by the National Cancer Institute. As a leading institution in western Pennsylvania, it excels in delivering cancer care, conducting research, and educating future cancer researchers and physicians, contributing globally to reducing the cancer burden.

The Department of Radiation Oncology at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center provides comprehensive, individualized care using advanced imaging technology and radiation systems. Our team of board-certified radiation oncologists and medical physicists collaborates with other healthcare professionals to deliver safe, effective treatments based on the latest evidence. Our program is accredited by the American College of Radiation Oncology (ACRO), making Hillman the largest ACRO-accredited system in the nation.

We are hiring a Radiation Therapist for the UPMC Altoona network Radiation Oncology office in Altoona, PA. This full-time role offers a $15,000 sign-on bonus and a regular daylight schedule, Monday through Friday.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Clinical Operations: Assist in patient treatment delivery, localization imaging, and documentation. Support patient education and monitor reactions to treatments. Provide on-call coverage as needed and assist at other locations if required.
2. Regulatory Affairs Management: Ensure compliance with safety standards, maintain readiness for inspections, and handle equipment issues promptly.
3. Clinical Procedures: Perform treatments, simulations, device fabrication, and imaging according to prescriptions. Maintain treatment records and ensure quality and safety in treatment administration. Explain procedures to patients and support localization imaging.
4. Continuing Education: Participate in training to maintain ARRT Certification and adhere to competencies and behaviors.
5. Fiscal Responsibilities: Manage charge capture, supply needs, and expenses effectively.
6. Quality Assurance: Conduct equipment QA, document findings, and participate in quality improvement programs to ensure high standards of patient care.