Radiation Therapist- Smith Clinic

Asct; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Radiation Therapist to join their team. In this pivotal role, you will administer high-dose ionizing radiation to cancer patients, ensuring precise localization and treatment of tumor volumes. Your expertise will be crucial in evaluating equipment operation for quality assurance and providing comprehensive patient care. With a focus on collaboration, you will prepare patients for radiotherapy, monitor their clinical progress, and consult with physicians to optimize treatment plans. This position offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions will significantly impact patient outcomes and care quality.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a JRCERT accredited program in Radiation Therapy required.
• Two years of work experience in radiation therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer high-dose ionizing radiation to cancer patients as prescribed.
• Evaluate equipment operation for quality assurance and maintain patient care.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Medical Terminology

Research Skills

Public Speaking

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

JRCERT accredited program in Radiation Therapy

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MS Word

Personal Computer

Linear accelerator

Job description

Job Summary
The Radiation Therapist provides highly technical skills in administering high-dose ionizing radiation to cancer patients for localization and treatment of tumor volumes as prescribed by the physician. The Radiation Therapist evaluates equipment and machine operation for quality assurance and is responsible for providing total patient care by preparing patients for radiotherapy, observing clinical progress, and consulting with the physician concerning treatment. The Radiation Therapist maintains daily records and monitors treatment charts for adherence to regular port films within Mosaiq. The Radiation Therapist adheres to all internal controls established for the department.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Education: High School Diploma or GED and graduate of a JRCERT accredited program in Radiation Therapy
2. Degrees: Bachelors degree preferred
3. Licenses & Certifications:
   • Cert Medical Radiologic Tech with Texas Medical Board (TMB)
   • Basic Life Support from a hospital-based American Heart Association (AHA) approved program
   • Cert Radiation Therapist with ARRT
4. Work Experience: Two (2) years in radiation therapy preferred
5. Communication Skills:
   • Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact)
   • Exceptional Verbal (Public Speaking)
   • Writing/ Correspondence
   • Writing/ Reports
6. Proficiencies: MS Word, Personal Computer
7. Job Attributes:
8. Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities: Analytical, Medical Terms, Research
9. Work Schedule: Flexible
10. Other Requirements: Knowledge of Radiation Therapy
11. Equipment Operated: Linear accelerator (CT Sim, Hexapod, XVI preferred)