Radiology - Radiation Therapist

Cynet Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking a Radiology - Radiation Therapist in Charleston, SC for a 13-week assignment under the supervision of a radiation oncologist. The role requires at least 1 year of relevant experience and current ARRT certification with SCRQSA licensure.

You will perform external beam treatments, assist in simulations, maintain patient records, and ensure radiation safety. The position may involve weekend hours based on department needs and require strong collaboration with oncology staff.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of radiation therapy theories, practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of radiation safety and dose calculations.
• Proficient in operating treatment equipment and documenting doses.
• Ability to maintain precise patient records and charts.

Responsibilities

• Deliver prescribed external beam radiation therapy under oncologist guidance.
• Perform clinical simulations on CT simulator and treatment machine.
• Maintain electronic medical records of daily treatments with accurate dose totals.
• Explain procedures to patients and respond to questions.
• Work with oncology staff and operate immobilization devices.

Job description

Radiology - Radiation Therapist

Profession: Clienttion Therapist

Specialty: -

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: 5x8

Hours per Shift: 8

Experience: Minimum of 1 year relevant radiation therapy experience required

License: South Carolina Clienttion Quality Standard Association (SCRQSA) Clienttion Therapist

Certifications: ARRT Clienttion Therapy (T) certification, BLS thru the American Heart Association

Must-Have: Knowledge of radiation therapy theories, practices and procedures. Knowledge of radiation safety. Proficient in dose calculations and equipment operations. Ability to prepare and maintain exact patient records.

Description:Under the direction of a Clienttion Oncologist, performs radiation therapy procedures including assisting in examinations and operation of therapeutic equipment.Delivers prescribed doses of external beam and radioactive elements.Duties occur in all areas of the radiation oncology department including simulator, dark room, treatment and exam rooms.May be required to go to the operating room or nursing unit to perform radioactive implants.Frequent standing and walking.Intermittent lifting, moving or carrying, pushing or pulling, up to 50 lbs.Frequent use of finger/hand dexterity.Constant reaching with hands/arms.Frequent talking or hearing.Corrected hearing and vision to normal range.Exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue.Possible exposure to infectious materials, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations, communicable diseases and/or other conditions common to a healthcare environment.Frequent exposure to risk of radiation.Intermittent exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.Intermittent exposure to risk of exposure to blood-borne pathogens.Quiet to moderate noise level in the work area.Requires work under stressful conditions, deadlines, or irregular hours.May be required to take call and/or work weekends/holidays based on the needs of the department.

Delivers accurately prescribed courses of radiation therapy.Performs patient setup accurately and carefully to deliver the correct dose per radiation oncologist orders.Performs clinical simulations on treatment machine and CT simulator as directed.Fabrics custom blocks or other patient immobilization devices.Maintains electronic medical records of daily treatments, keeping accurate dose totals and records when treatment aids are used.In treating patients, explains radiation therapy procedures and answers questions fully.Uses patient immobilization devices and makes treatments as comfortable as possible using pillows, blankets, sponges, etc.Notifies physician and/or nurse of any treatment complications.Interacts constantly with oncology patients and their families.Daily interaction with radiation oncologists, radiation therapists, physicists, and other departmental employees.Interacts daily with nursing staff in other departments.Occasionally interacts with outside vendors and the public.Knowledge of radiation therapy theories, practices, and procedures to provide quality care and treatment.Knowledge of radiation safety to ensure appropriate exposure to patients, staff, and the public.Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.Ability to communicate clearly.Ability to handle multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.Self-directed and able to work independently.Professional and neat appearance is required.Must maintain strict confidentiality regarding work-related information.