Radiation Therapist

Job Description

Performs a variety of technical procedures in the application and delivery of radiation therapy, as prescribed by the physician

Job Responsibility

• Rotates on a regularly scheduled basis through CT, Simulator and Linacs.
• Positions and instructs patients regarding the procedure(s) in order to obtain the desired results as specified by the physician.
• Provides patient immobilization devices as required.
• Selects proper technical factors on an individual patient basis.
• Selects and operates equipment according to the specific procedure involved.
• Reviews processed images to be sure that they are of acceptable diagnostic quality and verifies that they are on target.
• Practices sterile techniques and prevents cross contamination
• Maintains work areas in a clean and orderly fashion.
• Interfaces with computers for the purposes of data acquisition during CT.
• Maintains records on all imaging procedures performed into the ROIS per established policies.
• Interfaces with patient, staff and physicians both within and external to the department to facilitate the improvement of the patient experience in every possible way.
• Work continuously to improve Press Ganey scores via patient satisfaction.
• Provides any necessary services to reduce patient wait time.
• Transports patients when necessary to expedite procedures and or patient satisfaction.
• Performs all radiotherapy treatments according to established procedures as directed by the Radiation Oncologist.
• Assists the physician with set-ups and localization of patients on the simulator.
• Carries out simulation procedures in accordance with the policies and procedures.
• Schedules patients for treatment and keep accurate records of treatments, including notifying patients of any machine delays.
• Ensures the treatment room is stocked with linens and appropriate supplies; alert the Chief Therapist to low supplies.
• Alerts proper medical personnel to any problems the patient is having with treatment or reactions.
• Observes department Radiation safety procedures to maintain occupational exposures as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA).
• Alerts the Chief Therapist or appropriate personnel of any equipment problems or failures and document in log book.
• Maintains the proper inventory of all supplies necessary for the assigned modality (Maintains the security of all oral and IV contrast).
• Performs all designated Quality Control and Electro-Mechanical checks at specified frequencies, including A.M Q.A and filling in logbook.
• Provides on the job instructions to other therapists.
• Performs other related duties as necessary (E.g mixing of oral contrast).
• Transfers images digitally to appropriate workstations on an as needed basis to expedite treatment planning.
• Is familiar with the care and operation of the Radiation Oncology Information System.
• Is familiar with the care and operation of the On Board Imaging System
• Performs related duties as required.
• ADA Essential Functions

Job Qualification

• Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy program, required.
• New York State Department of Health licensure as a Radiologic Technologist in radiation therapy, required.
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) in radiation therapy, required.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Radiation Therapist, required.
• Additional Salary Detail

The salary range and / or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.

When determining a team member's base salary and / or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).