Senior Radiation Therapist & Mentor

1004 Lehigh Valley Hospital; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network in Allentown is seeking an experienced Radiation Therapist to deliver prescribed radiation therapy and monitor patients during treatment. The role requires scheduling, patient communication, and collaboration with the care team to reinforce treatment plans.

The position involves CT simulation participation, equipment safety oversight, teaching responsibilities, and potential on-call duties. A healthcare setting background and ARRT-related credentials support success.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree Radiation Therapy or equivalent or Technical School Diploma Accredited Radiation Therapy Program
• Analytical ability to resolve problems that require the use of basic scientific, mathematical, or technical principles.
• Ability To keep confidential information regarding patients, and team members.
• Knowledge and experience with electronic health records.
• BLS - Basic Life Support AHA - American Heart Association within 90 Days and T - Radiation Therapy - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Within 180 Days

Responsibilities

• Delivers a prescribed course of radiation therapy to patients and provides continuous monitoring during treatment.
• Schedules daily treatment appointments, answers patient questions, and explains the procedures being performed.
• Serves as a liaison between patient and other members of their care team and reinforces recommendations given to the patient concerning reaction to treatment and care of irradiation area, prevention or treatment of generalized and local side effects.
• Observes patient for any unusual reactions or events.
• Monitors radiation equipment inventory and follows all safety regulations regarding radiation exposure.
• Participates in CT Simulation procedures and/or other treatments/procedures.
• Participates in on-call, if applicable.
• Keeps current regarding developments, trends and techniques in radiation therapy and equipment.
• Mentors and teaches students and new employees.
• Trains and supports other radiation therapists in current or new department equipment/procedures, as necessary.

Skills

Analytical ability

Confidentiality

Communication

Electronic health records

Education

Associate’s Degree Radiation Therapy or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree Radiation Therapy or equivalent

Tools

BLS

AHA

Radiation therapy equipment

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network in Allentown is seeking an experienced Radiation Therapist to deliver prescribed radiation therapy and monitor patients during treatment. The role requires scheduling, patient communication, and collaboration with the care team to reinforce treatment plans.

The position involves CT simulation participation, equipment safety oversight, teaching responsibilities, and potential on-call duties. A healthcare setting background and ARRT-related credentials support success.