Radiation Therapist
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Job Location:
Easton, PA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Provides radiation therapy treatments. Performs simulation; performs quality assurance tests on equipment. Plays an active role in the care of patients through the education process and daily interaction.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:
- Provides patient and family education regarding types of treatments and treatment process and documents. *
- Performs simulations as per established procedures. *
- Administers intravenous contrast following established procedure. *
- Provides treatments using the linear accelerator in safe and competent manner as per established procedures. *
- Monitors patient for treatment related side effects and has the ability to communicate problems with the appropriate personnel. *
- Performs and records daily quality control checks on the linear accelerator simulator CT and HDR treatment day QA following established procedures.
- Communicates in an effective and professional manner demonstrating respect for patients families significant others and other healthcare team members. *
- Ensures accuracy in the medical process including transport storage security and/or administration of medications to include IV solutions.*
- Keeps patient/family informed of scheduled and unscheduled changes in the treatment plan.
- Establishes annual goals and implements plan for achievement of these goals.
- Complies with all Federal and State laws and regulations.
- Maintains the privacy and security of all confidential and protected health information. Uses and discloses only that information which is necessary to perform the function of the job.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
- Provides guidance direction and training to staff and student therapist as directed by Lead Radiation Therapist.
*Essential job duties
Qualifications :
MINIMUM EDUCATION EXPERIENCE AND LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:
Certification as a Registered Radiation Therapy Technologist by the American Registry of Radiology Technologists (RTT) and current Maryland Licensure. Must meet and follow state federal and local professional requirements. Must follow JCAHO and Regional Cancer Center policies on radiation safety and protection in the deliver and use of radiation producing equipment and sources. Successful completion of an AMA accredited course of study in Radiation Therapy Technology. BLS certification required. Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication interpersonal and supervisory skills.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to bend stoop lift and carry at least 30 pounds.
Additional Information :
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation:
- Pay Range: $38.67-$58.05
- Other Compensation (if applicable):
- Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Time Management
- Acute Care
- HTTPS
- Speech Therapy
- Assistive Technologies
- Autism Experience
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Interpretation
- Patient Service Experience
- Phone Etiquette
About Company
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