Radiation Therapist - Full Time - Days Job at Mohawk Valley Health System, Utica, NY

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  • Mohawk Valley Health System
  • Utica, NY

Job Description

Job Summary

Works under the direction of a Radiation Oncologist and performs responsibilities associated with the localization of tumors and the administration of radiation therapy. Possess knowledge in principles, practices and procedures involved with the operation of ionizing radiographic and radiation therapy equipment. The knowledge of human anatomy and proper positioning of the patient to provide radiation therapy treatment. Able to perform CT Simulations in accordance with the instructions of the radiation oncologist. Is responsible for patient safety protocols and adhere to departmental policies and procedures. Participates in the department's performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities. Maintains patient work flow and problem solve treatment issues. Have excellent technical and communication skills and shows ability to develop relationships with the staff, patients and families. Upholds NYS Licensure, registration in Radiologic Technology, ARRT and BLS certification.

Core Job Responsibilities

Delivery of Radiation Therapy Administer prescribed dose of radiation therapy under the direction of a radiation oncologist, in accordance with regulatory standards and hospital policies, practices and procedures, including but not limited to:
• Positions patients for radiation therapy treatments with accuracy; utilizing image guidance.
• Simulates patients under the guidance of radiation oncologist and make custom immobilization devices.
• Performs daily quality assurance checks on linear accelerators and CT/simulation
• Ensure that all applicable treatment information and quality assurance checks; regarding the proposed treatment plan is correct before the start of radiation.
• Trains and supervises students during their clinical rotation, and or shadow program; Orient new radiation therapist and act as their mentor.
• Acts as a consistent team member with patient care as the priority. Effectively rotates as needed with seamless efficiency. Able to treat efficiently with all radiation therapists
• Able to effectively communicate with Radiation Oncologist, Dosimetrist, Physicist and support team. 
• Adheres to punch in/punch out policy. PEAR reports for missed punches are signed by supervisor before the end of the pay period
• Correctly identify patient in ARIA and accurately deliver the treatment to correct patient. Identify each patient and treatment area prior to treatment according to policy.
• Maintain patient confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential

 

Education/Experience Requirements

Required:

  • Graduate from an accredited School of Radiation Therapy Technology

Preferred:  

  • Bachelor of Science in Radiation; AAS degree in Radiation Therapy also accepted.

Licensure/Certification Requirements

Required: 

  • Current NYS Licensure registration in Radiologic Technology Radiation Therapy .
  • Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)
  • Current Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Certification

Disclaimer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.

Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

Job Details

 
Req Id 94136 
Department RADIATION MEDICINE 
Shift Days
Shift Hours Worked 8.00
FTE 0.94 
Work Schedule HRLY NON-UNION-8 HR
Employee Status A1 - Full-Time 
Union Non-Union
Pay Range $31 - $54 Per Hour

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Shift work,

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