Radiation Therapy - Radiation Therapist
Radiation Therapy - Radiation Therapist
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Radiation Therapist (OFNHP) In the heart of The Dalles Oregon Adventist Health Columbia Gorge has served the Columbia River Gorge community since 1901. We are comprised of a 49bed hospital various medical offices home health a birthing center and a vast scope of services located throughout The Dalles and the surrounding areas. The Dalles is known for its picturesque views of the Columbia River local charm and delicious downtown restaurants and bakeries. There is something for everyone in this scenic community. Job Summary: Administers ionizing irradiation to patients in accordance with prescriptions and instructions from department physicians. This position is represented by OFNHP. Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: Bachelors Degree in radiological technology or equivalent (some certifications will require Bachelors): Preferred Masters Degree: Preferred Experience in radiologic technology: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiation Therapy and applicable State Certification of Therapeutic Radiologic Technology (RTT): Required Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HSBLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Preferred Fluoroscopy Permit from the state of practice Department of Health Services: Preferred ARRTRadiation Therapy (ARRTT): Required Therapeutic Radiologic Technology Certification (TRT): Required Facility Specific License/Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS OR HSBLS OR RQI BLS) certification: Required Essential Functions: Delivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy by checking prescription diagnosis chart and patient identification. Explains procedures to patient means of communication during treatment and basic treatment procedure. Delivers prescribed daily dose to patient observing radiation safety measures for patient and personnel. Prepares room and equipment for patient according to prescription or simulation regarding immobilization devices etc. transfers patient to treatment couch giving attention to the special needs of the patient. Observes patients for unusual reactions and for signs and symptoms of developing complications during treatment reporting reactions and complications to supervisor and department physician Maintains a variety of records including records of daily treatment; maintains and regularly reviews patient charts to eliminate errors and to ensure that blood counts and special reports are properly recorded. Provides clinical supervision and evaluates students practical ability to perform procedures. Performs other jobrelated duties as assigned. Organizational Requirements: Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations including but not limited to measles mumps flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during OctoberMarch each year) COVID19 vaccine (required in CA HI and OR) etc. as a condition of employment and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
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Full Time
