Staff Radiation Therapist

Radiation Therapist

Job Description:

• Accurately record, interpret, and administer treatment prescribed by radiation oncologists.
• Take daily images, analyze them, and make adjustments to ensure accurate treatment.
• Operate a CT scanner during simulation to assist in localizing and outlining anatomical areas requiring treatment.
• Maintain continual contact with patients, educating them about treatment, simulation procedures, and potential radiation side effects.
• Monitor and observe each patient's clinical progress and emotional needs.
• Refer patients to physicians, nurses, or social service professionals when necessary.

Requirements:

• Graduate of a formal radiation therapy technology program accredited by the Joint Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).
• Licensed by the WV Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board of Examiners as a Radiation Therapist.
• Board Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiation Therapy Technology.
• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.
• West Virginia state criminal background check required, and Federal, if applicable, for DHHR BMS regulated area.

Core Duties and Responsibilities:

• Administer external radiation therapy to patients as prescribed.
• Ensure patient positioning and treatment beam placement conform to planned specifications.
• Perform simulations and localization following established protocols.
• Prepare and construct equipment such as immobilization, treatment, and protection devices.
• Assist in preparing the physical and technical aspects of radiation treatment plans.
• Educate and reassure patients and their families regarding treatment and post-treatment care.
• Plan and perform procedures for the treatment and imaging of patients.
• Perform daily equipment warm-up and quality checks.
• Determine technical charges and assign appropriate CPT codes.
• Attend and participate in departmental meetings and activities.
• Maintain professional and technical competencies.
• Train and mentor students from Radiation Therapy Technology Programs.
• Schedule patients for simulation and treatment procedures.

Physical Requirements:

• Differentiate various shades of gray as depicted on a black and white monitor or photograph.
• Stand and walk for up to 8 hours a day.
• Lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds; carry up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to see details at close range.

Working Environment:

• Large clinical area requiring interaction with healthcare professionals.
• Presence of computers/computer monitors essential for job tasks.
• Presence of radiation-producing equipment.

Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong logic and reasoning abilities.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.