Radiation Therapist 45391

• Provides patient orientation procedure explanation and pre and post diagnostic care to completion of test; performs complete diagnostic imaging tests inclusive of positioning patient calibration of equipment and documentation of findings with the direction of the physician; assists patients with basic patient care needs in a clinic setting.
• Provides emergency care notifying appropriate personnel and ensures that patient safety is maintained
• Discuss various treatment plans with the patient; developed in partnership with a clinical oncologists and physicians.
• Establish the correct radiation dosage and location or area to treat.
• Help patients to understand the potential side effects of radiation treatment and how to manage any associated side effects.
• Safely provide the correct radiotherapy treatment to patients.
• Operate the medical equipment used for radiotherapy.
• Ensure that the medical equipment is regularly maintained and in excellent working order.
• Maintain accurate records of a patient s treatment regimen.
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• Proficiency with Varian linear accelerators is essential.
• Knowledge of GE and Philips CT scanners is a plus.
• Must be proficient in all types of radiation treatment plans and protocols.
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• Education: Completion of at least a two year approved School of Radiation Therapy
• Experience: One year full time experience as a Radiation Therapist.
• Licensure: Valid state radiology registration as required by state law
• Certification: Registry by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology
• Current CPR/BLS Certification
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radiation,radiation therapy,oncology