Registered Radiation Therapist Tech

Dartmouth Health; Keene (NH); On-site; USD 109,859,000 - 175,764,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on bonus up to $15,000

Job summary

Dartmouth Health seeks a Registered Radiation Therapist to support the Kingsbury Center for Cancer Care. You will administer prescribed radiation treatments, prepare patients and rooms, and assist the Radiation Oncologist during exams and simulations.

The role requires ARRT certification, CPR within three months of hire, and NH licensure. Join a team committed to safe, accurate therapy delivery, meticulous records, and adherence to regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• ARRT certification required.
• CPR certification must be acquired within 3 months of hire and maintained biannually.
• Licensed Radiation Therapist in New Hampshire at hire.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed radiation treatment and prepares patients for therapy.
• Assists Radiation Oncologist with exams, preparation, and simulations.
• Maintains equipment, conducts safety checks, and records patient doses and history.

Skills

ARRT certification

CPR certification

Education

NH radiation therapy license

Job description

***Sign on bonus of up to $15,000.00 available for qualified candidates!***

Under the administrative direction of the Chief Therapist and the clinical direction of the Radiation Oncologist, the Registered Radiation Therapist assists in the treatment and care of Kingsbury Center for Cancer Care patients. Administers prescribed radiation treatment, prepares patients in exam rooms and assists the Radiation Oncologist with medical examinations. Prepares patients, rooms, and equipment for treatment and simulations and assists the Radiation Oncologist with simulations. Performs all necessary calibration on equipment as prescribed by the Radiation Safety Officer in accordance with the conditions of the therapy license, or any other regulatory body. Observes radiation safety measures for patients and personnel. Records all patient doses and gathers all confidential history on patients, documents all reactions that the patient may have, and reports these findings to the radiologist. Updates the patient examination history file, records unusual conditions/limitations, accurately documents appropriate information in the daily log book, completes procedure, performs scheduling, consultation and billing procedures as required, performs other paperwork as applicable. Maintains room and equipment in a clean and orderly manner; regularly performs visual preventive safety inspections. Assists the physicist in developing and maintaining the Quality Control Program and performs and/or assigns quality control activities to appropriate personnel to ensure the safe application of radiation therapy procedures for patients and staff.

Certification in radiation therapy by ARRT. CPR certification must be acquired and maintained within three months of hire date and maintained biannually. Licensed to practice Radiation Therapy in the State of New Hampshire (1/1/2019) Willingness to work flexible hours without advance notice.

• Area of Interest: Allied Health;
• Pay Range: $38.34 - $61.34;
• Work Status: 030-1730 depending on patient needs;
• Employment Type: Full-time 40 hours/week;
• Job ID: 17090

Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more: Benefits | DHMC and Clinics Careers

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