Radiation Therapy Tech

103 Rochester General Hospital; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 83,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health's Lipson Cancer Institute in Rochester, NY is seeking a Radiation Therapy Technologist to deliver precise radiation doses with compassionate patient care and strict attention to safety and documentation.

The role involves simulations, immobilization device construction, treatment delivery, port films, and maintaining detailed treatment records while working under the Radiation Oncologist's supervision. NY licensure is required or must be obtained within six months.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a 2 year Radiation Therapist Program.
• NY licensure as Radiation Therapist required or obtain within six months.
• ARRT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform simulations for treatment under the Radiation Oncologist's direction.
• Construct immobilization devices and custom shielding; schedule patient appointments.
• Deliver prescribed therapeutic doses of radiation and record treatment data.
• Maintain quality control and documentation of treatment records and related notes.

Skills

Patient care

Attention to detail

Radiation therapy knowledge

Education

Two-year Radiation Therapist Program

Job description

STATUS: Full time LOCATION: Lipson Cancer Institute - Rochester General Hospital (RGH) DEPARTMENT: Radiation Oncology SCHEDULE: M-F; Schedule rotation of 8 am - 4:30 pm, 7:30 am - 4 pm,7 am - 3:30 pm. On Call: after 6 months of employment, weekend on-call rotation every 7 weeks

SUMMARY

As a Radiation Therapy Technologist, your superior customer service skills and empathy for patients, along with your strong attention to detail allows you to deliver precise doses of radiation while ensuring patients the highest level of comfort possible. As a recognized leader in the treatment of cancer and blood disorders, we employ the most up-to-date, innovative therapies and tap into the most promising research in cancer detection, diagnosis, and treatment. This commitment to clinical innovation helps our patients and their families enjoy higher success rates, fewer treatment-related side effects, and longer, healthier lives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Patient Care. Perform simulations for treatment under the direction of the Radiation Oncologist; construct immobilization devices and custom shielding; schedule patient appointments; deliver prescribed therapeutic doses of radiation; take port films and labels to be checked appropriately; record treatment records, including dose addition, documentation of port films, adjustments in prescriptions, diagrams, blocking, and landmark Quality Control & Documentation. Ensure quality control procedures on equipment; keep daily Log Sheets, including documentation of inpatients, finishes, new courses, new patients, electron patients, and non-malignant cases; keep necessary records for department statistics Strong attention to detail Compassionate, kind, and patient-focused Excellent organization, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Graduate of 2 year Radiation Therapist Program Required Licensure/Certification: NYS Licensure as Radiation Therapist required OR must hold NYS permit and obtain licensure within six months of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

ARRT certification preferred

EDUCATION: LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee's physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE

$40.00 - $54.00

CITY: Rochester POSTAL CODE: 14621 The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It's vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.