Radiation Therapist - Radiation Oncology

Radiation Therapist – Radiation Oncology – 40 Hours – Days

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General

Summary:

Under general supervision, administers radiation treatments to patients as prescribed by the physician, utilizing specialized equipment including a linear accelerator, high dose rate (HDR) after-loader, and computed tomography.

• Reviews patient prescriptions to ascertain type of treatment required, location of affected areas, history of previous radiation treatment, etc.
• Safely positions patients utilizing immobilization devices.
• Utilizes appropriate treatment accessories as prescribed by the physician.
• Operates treatment machine (linear accelerator, HDR) precisely.
• Administers ionizing radiation as prescribed per physician.
• Verifies radiation prescription prior to treatment and confirms total radiation dose following treatment in patient charts.
• Documents treatment in inpatient charts.
• Localizes patient markings daily.
• Completes ongoing imaging of patients per departmental policy.
• Assists patients in coordinating appointment time for daily treatments, accommodating patient transportation, and other appointments.
• Refers patients to social workers for counseling, transportation and medical equipment needs, etc. as appropriate.
• Refers patients to nurse or physician for conditions requiring evaluation, as appropriate.
• Assumes the duties of simulation.
• Rotates through treatment areas as assigned.
• Responsible for cleaning therapy rooms and work area; maintains linen and medical supplies for treatment rooms.
• Adheres to the quality assurance policies of the department (chart checks, timeouts, machine warm‑up, etc.).
• Teaches radiation therapy students as defined by their educational requirements.
• Performs all other duties as assigned or requested.

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.

• A.R.R.T. Radiation Therapy Technology certification or registry eligible.
• Must meet or exceed core customer service responsibilities, standards and behaviors as outlined in the HFHS’ Customer Service Policy.
• Must practice the customer skills as provided through ongoing training and in‑services.

Normal office environment with minimal exposure to noise, dust, or extreme temperatures. Lifting of patients, moving and pushing wheelchairs/​stretchers and lifting of equipment above the head, up to 50 lbs. Potential exposure to radiation; however, adherence to safety procedures minimizes likelihood of danger. Frequent interaction with emotionally depressed and terminally/critically ill patients.

• Organization:
  Henry Ford Medical Group
• Department:
  Radiation Oncology‑Prof
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code:
  Not Applicable

Associate

Full‑time

Health Care Provider