Senior Radiation Therapist

Baltimore, MD - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description:

Industry: Healthcare / Health Services - Hospital Administration

Job Category: Medical / Health - Other Medical / Health

Summary

Under moderate supervision performs a variety of routine and complex radiation therapy and radiologic procedures to assist in the treatment of patients. Participates in equipment quality control performs peer review and patient chart conjunction with the Manager and Chief Therapist coordinates the daily technical activities and work assignments of the technical staff; orients trains and provides technical guidance to the assigned staff.

Responsibilities

Operations Performs the duties and responsibilities of the Radiation Oncology Technologist. Demonstrates basic dosimetry knowledge. Operates all radiation therapy equipment. Maintains inventory and requests supplies as necessary.
Coordinates and monitors the daily activities of the technical staff. Assigns work and assist the Chief Therapist in supervising the scheduling of radiation therapy procedures according to departmental needs. Provides technical guidance to staff regarding radiation therapy procedures equipment operation etc. Evaluates staff work performance in conjunction with the Manager and Chief Therapist; administers corrective discipline when necessary. Assumes responsibilities of Chief Therapist in Chief Therapist absence. Oversees radiation therapy students.
Ensures proper maintenance of equipment and proper record keeping. Monitors equipment operation on a daily basis to ensure proper functioning; reports malfunctions to the Chief Therapist and Physicist. Assists manager with Quality Assurance activities such as gathering data. Conducts chart rounds prepares peer review and end of treatment close out of charts etc. May assist in weekly chart checks on treatment charts and audits for medical records proper documentation and verifies billing.
Displays a commitment to the value of teamwork by building strong relationships with patients families and co-workers. Displays an understanding and awareness of and performs all duties in accordance with the Hospitals Vision and Mission statements. Adheres to all infection control and safety policies. Performs duties in a cooperative and collaborative manner in order to promote a unified and spirited workplace. Shows flexibility with working hours to assure proper coverage. Performs other duties as assigned.
Identifies training and development opportunities for staff and self. Maintains professional certification and state license. Orients and trains staff in job duties and departmental policies and procedures. Reviews training needs of staff and monitors to assure that staff maintains knowledge base and grows in proficiency including monitoring mandatory training CPR etc.

Requirements:

Basic Life Support
Registered Radiologic Technologist License
Minimum of 3-5 years Radiation Therapist experience

Skills and Certifications note: bold skills and certification are required
AHA BLS CPR Card
Radiologic Technologist License in Maryland
3-5 years of experience

Security Clearance Required: No

Visa Candidate Considered: No

Job Description:Industry: Healthcare / Health Services - Hospital AdministrationJob Category: Medical / Health - Other Medical / HealthSummary Under moderate supervision performs a variety of routine and complex radiation therapy and radiologic procedures to assist in the treatment of patients. Part...