Radiation Therapist PRN Jeff Hwy

New Orleans, LA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 23 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Weve made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942 but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve heal lead educate that every award earned every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner whether you work with patients every day or support those who do you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job applies ionizing radiation to oncology patients in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the Radiation Oncologist. Maintains accurate treatment records processes orders for specific exams required during treatment acts as a liaison between the physician patient and patients family and monitors patient for any adverse reactions during radiation therapy. Provides care based on physical psycho/social educational safety and related criteria appropriate to the ages of patients served in assigned area. The Radiation Therapist demonstrates professional responsibility and accountability for his/her own practice.

Education

Required -Graduate of an accredited program in Radiation Therapy Technology

Work Experience

Required -None
Preferred - Experience in the fabrication of contours cases and patient immobilization devices.

Certifications

Required - Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Licensedby the Louisiana State Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of required job information.
Must be proficient with Windows-style applicationskeyboard and various software programs specific to role.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process
Understanding of all utilized equipment its use and care.
Ability to chart accurately and maintain all data pertinent to patients therapy and care.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Extensive knowledge of radiation therapy concepts applications and administration.

Job Duties

Administers radiation therapy to patients in accordance with prescription and instructions of the Radiation Oncologist
Documents port films and treatment chart
Requests specific exams required during the course of therapy such as simulations for field changes and boost fields within the time frame required to assure a smooth uninterrupted course of therapy
Maintains a daily patient treatment schedule
Performs quality control duties and performs weekly chart checks
Performs daily treatment machine quality assurance
Documents and submits all billing on patients under treatment on a daily basis
Exhibits flexibility in scheduling and staffing practices to accommodate needs of the department

Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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