Radiation Therapy Tech - Canton Potsdam Hospital

120 Canton - Potsdam Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a Radiation Therapy Technologist at Canton - Potsdam Hospital. You will assist in planning, set-up and delivery of radiation doses while preserving normal tissue.

This per diem position features a 7.5 hour variable shift and requires NYS licensure or permit with timely licensure. The ideal candidate will be a graduate of a 2-year Radiation Therapist Program, with ARRT certification preferred and active participation in quality assurance and patient care

Qualifications

• NYS Licensure as Radiation Therapist required or must hold NYS permit and obtain licensure within six months of hire.
• Official transcript from accredited school or registrar's office confirming program completion accepted upon graduation.
• Primary source education verification required within 90 days of graduation.
• ARRT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs simulations for treatment under the direction of the Radiation Oncologist.
• Correctly fabricates immobilization devices and custom shielding as necessary.
• Delivers the therapeutic doses of Radiation according to the prescription written by the Radiation Oncologist.
• Takes port films, labels and has them checked appropriately.
• Under the direction of the medical physicist, ensures Quality Control Procedures on equipment.
• Records in treatment records, including dose addition, documentation of port films, adjustments in prescriptions, diagrams, blocking and landmarks.
• Schedules patient appointments.
• Keeps daily Log Sheets, including documentation of inpatients, finishes, new courses, new patients, electron patients and non-malignant cases.
• Keeps records necessary for department statistics.
• Participates in the clinical instruction of Radiation Therapy students.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

2 year Radiation Therapist Program

Job description

Job Title: Radiation Therapy Tech Department: Oncology Location: Canton - Potsdam Hospital Hours Per Week: per diem Schedule: 7.5 hour variable work shift

SUMMARY

Under the direction of physicians and physicists, assists in the planning, set-up and delivery of a therapeutic dose of radiation to minimal but adequate volume of tissue while preserving normal tissue as much as possible

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs simulations for treatment under the direction of the Radiation Oncologist.
• Correctly fabricates immobilization devices and custom shielding as necessary.
• Delivers the therapeutic doses of Radiation according to the prescription written by the Radiation Oncologist.
• Takes port films, labels and has them checked appropriately.
• Under the direction of the medical physicist, ensures Quality Control Procedures on equipment.
• Records in treatment records, including dose addition, documentation of port films, adjustments in prescriptions, diagrams, blocking and landmarks.
• Schedules patient appointments.
• Keeps daily Log Sheets, including documentation of inpatients, finishes, new courses, new patients, electron patients and non-malignant cases.
• Keeps records necessary for department statistics.
• Participates in the clinical instruction of Radiation Therapy students.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

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

New Graduates:

• Official transcript from accredited school or letter emailed directly from the school’s registrar’s office confirming program completion will be accepted upon graduation.
• Primary source education verification required within 90 days of graduation.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

ARRT certification preferred

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:

$35.00 - $48.00 CITY: Potsdam POSTAL CODE: 13676 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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.