Radiation Therapist

The Radiation Therapist applies ionizing radiation to thepatient in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the RadiationOncologist. The Radiation Therapist is responsible for helping in the efficientoperation of the radiation department and ensuring safe patient care. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Delivers precisely the prescribed planned course ofradiation therapy with minimal supervision
• Checks prescription, diagnosis, chart and patientidentification
• Explains procedure to patient, means of communication duringtreatment and procedure to follow if emergency arises during treatment
• Reinforces Radiation Oncologist’s advice to patientregarding reactions to treatment and their care
• Prepares room and equipment for patient according toprescription regarding immobilization devices, field size, treatment distance,lead protection devices, etc.
• Transfers patient safely to treatment couch, giving specialcare to catheters, intravenous drips, etc.
• Checks daily treatment time and delivers prescribeddose 
• Maintains visual and audible communication with the patientat all times during treatment
• Maintains patient markings. Observes patient for unusualreactions, events and reports accurate information to the nursing staff and/orRadiation Oncologist
• Observes radiation safety measures for patient and personnel
• Perform simulations
• Assists in tumor localization procedures, preparation ofimmobilization devices, etc.
• Assists in dosimetry procedures (i.e. Prescriptioncalculations)
• Obtains weekly port films and present such at chart roundsfor review by Radiation Oncology staff
• Maintains records of daily treatment and other records asrequired by department quality assurance and quality improvement activities
• Performs mold room duties (DRH and RCH)
• Reports erratic operation of equipment to Chief Radiationtherapist, Radiation Physicist and/or Medical Engineer
• Adheres to all Amergis and worksite rules, policies andprocedures
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate’s Degree, if required by stateregulations/licensing requirements
• Current Licensure as a Radiation Therapist, as required bystate regulations or contract specification
• One (1) year of experience as a Radiation Therapistpreferred
• Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice 
• Participation and completion of Amergis Competency programwhen applicable
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable 
• Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation) 
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements 
• Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site 
• Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements  
• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required  
• Computer proficiency required 
• Must be at least 18 years of age