RADIATION THERAPIST: Relocation Available Wenatchee, WA

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Up To $15,000 Sign On Bonus

Applies to external candidates only.

Requires 2 year commitment to Confluence Health

Under the administrative supervision of the Clinical Manager and the professional direction of a radiation oncologist, the radiation therapist performs various radiotherapy treatments and simulations at a technical level requiring minimal supervision of technical detail.

The radiation therapist may be assigned to provide specific instruction to technology students and / or ancillary personnel and may be required to assist in the development of new techniques for simulations and / or treatments, in the use of new equipment and the development of new devices.

Position Reports To : Radiation Oncology Clinical Manager

Responsibilities

• Safely provides the correct radiotherapy treatment to patients.
• Follows principles of radiation protection (i.e., ALARA) for patient, self and others.
• Reviews the isodose plan and treatment prescription prior to implementation. Verifies the treatment plan is consistent with the prescription and can be accurately implemented in the treatment room.
• Operates the medical equipment used for radiotherapy.
• Administers prescribed doses of radiation to specific body parts as planned and prescribed by a radiation oncologist, using radiation therapy equipment according to established practices and standards.
• Performs simulation as prescribed by a radiation oncologist. Fabricates individualized immobilization devices (molds, blocks, compensators and other beam-modifying devices).
• Utilizes imaging technologies for the explicit purpose of simulation, treatment planning and treatment delivery as prescribed by a radiation oncologist (e.

g., weekly ports, CBCT, kVp and MV imaging, and IGRT).

• Ensures that the medical equipment is regularly maintained and in excellent working order.
• Performs daily warm-up procedures (e.g., processor, simulator, treatment units) prior to each patient and maintain documentation of quality assurance activities, procedures and results in accordance with established guidelines.
• Checks equipment for malfunctions / abnormal quality assurance readings and report any abnormal findings to appropriate personnel (clinical manager or administrator, medical physicist, machine engineer).
• Maintains accurate records of a patient’s treatment regimen.
• Maintains records, reports and files as required, including such information as radiation dosages, equipment settings and patients’ reactions.
• Discusses various treatment plans with the patient developed in partnership with clinical oncologists and physicians.
• Helps patients to understand the potential side effects of radiation treatment and how to manage any associated side effects.
• Provides explanation and instruction to patients regarding radiation therapy procedures and provides education on skin car and nutrition and maintains patient markings during treatment.
• Participates in departmental performance improvement activities.
• Attends weekly quality assurance rounds, monthly therapy meetings and educational in-services.
• Incorporates department and hospital policies and procedures into care provided.
• Required to maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
• Other duties as assigned.

Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance at all times.

Qualifications

Required :

• Minimum Associate degree in radiation therapy technology
• Certified ARRT in radiation therapy (RT(T))
• WA State Certification RT(T) prior to start of employment

Desired :

• Bachelors Degree.
• Varian and Aria experience including knowledge of latest techniques including IMRT, SRS, SBRT, IGRT.
25 days ago