Registered Radiation Therapist III

Job Overview :

The Staff Radiation Therapist is a registered radiation therapist - RT (T) 11-20 years’ experience / Associate’s Degree in Allied Health (Bachelor’s Degree = +2 years) . The therapist provides care to cancer patients by administering radiation treatments which includes precise set-up, operation of equipment, dose calculations, chart and film file maintenance. The therapist also performs CT simulations and had the knowledge to construct immobilization devices and custom blocks for treatment and is knowledgeable in radiation safety and performs other duties as required. In addition, the therapist has appropriate knowledge of computers to enter charges, schedule patients for treatments and transportation, and to retrieve patient medical and demographic information. The person in this position must be trained to provide assessment, treatment or care for patients of all ages with additional education focused on the treatment or care of occasional youth adults, adult or geriatric patients. Along with the duties of an RTT2, the RTT 3 also performs daily charge reconciliation and is versed in how these charges impact our patients and our department. The RTT 3 must be able to perform advanced treatments and procedures on specialty patients, for example, IMRT, SBRT, Gating, Vision RT and machine / CT sim troubleshooting, etc. They will also be the High Reliability Officers or appointed SOAR Champions. The RTT 3 will work closely with the Supervisors of Radiation Therapy to perform monthly CQI initiatives. Directly reports to the Supervisor of Radiation Therapy. Performs other duties as assigned

Location :

• Bethesda Butler Hospital

Work Hours :

• Full-time position : 80 hours bi-weekly
• Day shift
• Weekend on-call rotation

Job Requirements :

Associate's Degree in Allied Health

11-20 years Professional experience in Allied Health

Varian Linear Accelerator, Aria EMR

Individual must be knowledgeable in Radiation Oncology, patient care, treatment and CT simulation

Individual must have basic computer skills

Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)

American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

Job Responsibilities :

Delivers accurately, a prescribed, planned course of radiation therapy.

• Checks treatment calculations and treatment plan.
• Compares verification images to simulation images using anatomical landmarks or fiducial markers for quality and accuracy.
• Evaluates the patient daily for any side effects, reactions and therapeutic responses.
• Reviews treatment discrepancies, determines causes and assists with the action plan.
• Verifies the accuracy of the patient setup prior to treatment delivery.
• Verifies treatment console readouts and settings prior to initiating treatment and upon termination of treatment.
• Verifies patient identification and appropriateness of the procedure request.

Maintains a safe work environment.

• Follows Corporate and department policies and procedures especially in emergency situations.
• Monitors the patient at all times during treatment.
• Monitors treatment unit operation during use. Notifies Service Engineer and / or physics of any machine faults.
• Wears film badge at all times and stored appropriately.
• Uses PPE when necessary.
• Participates in daily safety huddles.

Maintains accurate, on-going patient care records. Documents clear and precise information about patient care, procedures and outcomes for continuity of care, accuracy of care and quality assurance.

• Documents diagnostic, treatment and patient data in the medical record in a timely, accurate and comprehensive manner.
• Documents procedural timeout.
• Documents unintended outcomes or exceptions from the established criteria.
• Maintains documentation of quality assurance activities, procedures and results.
• Charges are entered timely, accurately and reviewed daily.
• Patient appointments are managed in both EMR systems.

Other Job-Related Information :

Working Conditions :

Climbing - Rarely

Concentrating - Frequently

Continuous Learning - Consistently

Use of Hands - Frequently

Hearing : Conversation - Consistently

Interpersonal Communication - Frequently

Kneeling - Occasionally

Lifting

Lifting 11-50lbs - Frequently

Lifting 50+lbs - Rarely

Pulling - Occasionally

Pushing - Occasionally

Reaching - Frequently

Reading - Consistently

Sitting - Occasionally

Standing - Frequently

Stooping - Occasionally

Thinking / Reasoning - Consistently

Color Vision - Consistently

Walking - Frequently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors

At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following :

Serve : ALWAYS…

• Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
• Acknowledge when patients / guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
• Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas

Excel : ALWAYS…

• Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
• Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
• Work on improving quality, safety, and service

Respect : ALWAYS…

• Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
• Respect everyone’s opinion and contribution, regardless of title / role.
• Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.

Value : ALWAYS…

• Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
• Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
• Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.

Engage : ALWAYS…

• Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
• Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community