Radiation Therapist
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Job Location:
Ottumwa, IA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES The Radiation Therapist works under the supervision of the Chief Radiation Therapist/Manager and is responsible for assisting the Radiation Oncologist in simulation process delivering prescribed course of radiation to the patients and monitoring patients for progress and side affects. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job. Other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISOR Chief Radiation Therapist/Manager
SUPERVISES No supervisory duties
DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO
Operate the medical equipment used for radiation therapy including warm up procedures
Ensure medical equipment is in excellent working condition through daily QA processes
Deliver prescribed course of radiation to patients and maintain accurate records of patients treatment
Monitor patients for progress and side affects during their course of treatment
Flexible to adjust to various duties work load volumes and shifts
Demonstrate accountability by maintaining licensure attending 100% of all mandatory in-services and 89% of staff meetings
Demonstrate good organizational skills based on the needs of Radiation Oncology department as evidenced by following through on assigned tasks in a timely manner and determining priorities
Demonstrate knowledge and perform procedures regarding the CT simulation process.
Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledgeable in the areas of anatomy physiology clinical oncology radiobiology radiation physics and radiation safety
Demonstrate knowledge of radiotherapy treatment implementation to include basic dosimetry and isodose plan knowledge
Demonstrate knowledge of CT simulation process
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Knowledge of basic computer skills and radiation oncology software programs
Basic customer service skills
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
EDUCATION
Graduate of a Radiation Therapy Program
EXPERIENCE
Two years previous experience as a radiation therapist preferred
CERTIFICATE/LICENSE
ARRT registered
Maintain a current Iowa Permit to Practice Radiation Therapy 24 hours continuing education in a 2-year period
Current BLS certification
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
