PRN Radiation Therapist

The Radiation Therapist is responsible for providing the highest level of care while delivering ionizing radiation to the patient in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the Radiation Oncologist and under the general supervision of the Physicist.

Must be able to adhere to the Behavioral Expectations/Customer Service Standards, demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to ensure safe operation of the facility, demonstrates compliance with HIPPA policies and procedures and an understanding of the population served.

Maintains the integrity of radiation treatment processes:

Maintains the accuracy of the treatment chart including patient identity, treatment prescription, diagnosis, calculations, and thorough knowledge of Aria.

Document all parameters of simulation and treatment in ARIAFollows proper protocols for procedures

Maintains technical/clinical competency in all routine procedures and on all equipment

Prepare room and equipment for patient according to physician instructions regarding immobilization devices, field size, treatment distance, etc Ensures proper radiation doses are delivered and recorded daily

Ensures all images are taken and checked according to department standards.

Assists in scheduling patients for their appointments

Transfer patient safely to treatment couch, giving special care to catheters, intravenous drips, etc Ensure patient treatment meets all expectations and safety guidelines

Deliver accurately the prescribed planned course of radiation therapy with minimal supervision

Maintain patient markings

Observe patient for unusual reactions and events and report accurate information to the nursing staff and/or Radiation Oncologist Maintain a clean area including treatment rooms, console and patient changing rooms

Perform weekly chart checks to verify accuracy of documentation, billing and treatment

Submit appropriate CPT charges for services rendered

Simulate patients using CT simulator or clinical setup

Ensures equipment is warmed up every morning; daily output checks

Solid basic knowledge on CT Simulations and applications

Solid basis knowledge on Linear Accelerator and applications

Other duties as required by Physician, Physicist or management

Adheres to safety and radiation policies for the protection of patients, staff, physicians and self:

Utilizes proper radiation protective equipment when exposure to radiation is a possibility, while maintaining radiation exposure As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA)
Follows Universal Precautions related to Bloodborne Pathogens Reports any safety concern by documenting in maintenance log any repair needing attention

Reads and signs Radiation Safety Manual annually

Follows State regulations for reporting of misadministration

Maintains visual and auditory contact with patient during treatment

Assist in patient education, provides instruction and support to patients and family:

Explain procedure to patient, means of communication during treatment and procedure to follow if emergency arises during treatment and confirms their understanding

Reinforces care plans on management of side effects and general care Reports changes in the patient's condition to physicians and nurses

Assists Physician and nurse in follow up care Performs daily analysis on equipment to assure proper worker conditions for minimum downtime:

Perform daily and weekly QA on Linac and CT, communicating any discrepancies with Physicist Coordinate service and repairs for Linac and CT with engineers

Trouble shoots technical, software problems, writes problems in logbook when repair is needed

Reports equipment breakdown to Director, Physician and physicist

Shows responsibility in handling equipment and avoiding intentional breakage.

Education and Experience:

Must have completed and Associate or a Bachelor’s Degree Program in Radiation Therapy.

Must have completed 12-month certificate program in Radiation Therapy Must have American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification

Have current licensure for state you will practice

Excellent interpersonal/communication skills

Ability to adapt to change readilyARRT registered in Radiation Therapy Certified Medical Radiological Technologist (CMRT) in Texas Basic Life Support (BLS)
Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of ARIA, interfacing with Eclipse planning system

Experience with Varian Truebeam Linear AcceleratorCT Simulation setup experience