Radiation Therapist Day Shift . NO WEEKENDS

Radiation Therapist

Our center offers comprehensive patient support services including access to a dietitian, social worker, and genetic counseling, underscoring our commitment to holistic cancer care.

Department:
Radiation Oncology - Van Elslander Cancer Center - Grosse Pointe Woods

FULL TIME
- Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30 pm- NO weekends or major holidays

We are seeking a compassionate Radiation Therapist to join our dedicated oncology team at the Ven Elslander Cancer Center in Grosse Pointe. Our practice is equipped with advanced technologies including a GE CT Simulator, Varian True Beam Linear Accelerator with Identify, and the Varian Ethos Adaptive Therapy System. We provide a collaborative environment focused on delivering high-quality patient care with a multidisciplinary support system.

• Deliver radiation therapy treatments as prescribed by Radiation Oncologists with a strong emphasis on patient safety and accuracy.
• Operate and maintain equipment including GE CT Simulator, True Beam, and Ethos systems.
• Collaborate with physicians, dosimetrists, medical physicists, and nursing staff to ensure seamless patient care.
• Communicate clearly and empathetically with patients, families, and team members.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and maintain accurate patient records in ARIA.
• Participate in quality assurance activities and continuous learning initiatives.

• Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy program.
• Certified and licensed by ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists).
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• Proficiency in ARIA radiation oncology software.
• Experience with advanced technologies including True Beam and Ethos preferred.

• Demonstrate empathy and patient-centered care in every interaction.
• Be safety-conscious and attentive to detail.
• Show eagerness to learn and grow with emerging technologies.
• Work collaboratively in a team of therapists, nurses, and three radiation oncologists.
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Administers radiation therapy by exposing specific areas of the patient's body to prescribed doses of radiation.

• Prepares and positions patients and selects anatomic parameters accurately.
• Delivers appropriate patient treatment plan in collaboration with physician and dosimetrist.
• Maintains detailed records of all therapy sessions.
• Maintains and adjusts necessary equipment, including linear accelerator.
• Positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately.
• Ensures all activities comply with regulatory agency standards.
• Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
• Assists in maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department.