Oroville Hospital
Radiation Therapist
Oroville Hospital, Oroville, California, United States, 95965
Job #:
9381
Job Category:
Radiation Oncology
Job Type:
Full Time
Shift Type:
Days
Facility:
Department:
Radiation Oncology
Pay Range:
$52.00/hr. - $69.90/hr.
Open Date:
03.14.24
Close Date:
Qualifications:
High School Graduate or EquivalentSatisfactory completion of formal Radiation Therapy training in an AMA-approved school and ability to meet requirements for registry by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)Current American Heart Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from The American Heart Association or The American Red Cross for Healthcare ProvidersJob Details:Start Date:
Open Until Filled.
Qualifications:
Education & LicensureHigh School Graduate or EquivalentSatisfactory completion of formal Radiation Therapy training in an AMA-approved school and ability to meet requirements for registry by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)Current American Heart Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from The American Heart Association or The American Red Cross for Healthcare ProvidersKnowledge/ExperienceRadiation Therapist must be able to work proficiently with Varian machines utilizing the latest treatment techniques including 3D Conformal, IMRT, IGRT, SRS/SBRT.Ability to work independently and manage scheduling of all areas to include simulation and treatmentExtensive CT/Simulation experience in all areas of radiation therapy to include immobilization fabricationExperience with clinical set ups and contoursCoordinate all aspects of treatment with different departments to include Physician/Physics/DosimetryAbility to understand dosimetry plans and calculationsExcellent computer skills related to basic office, record and verify, and EMRHigh confidence levelExcellent patient care skills-must be able to access patient's needs and use good judgment for requesting medical attentionMust have good communication skillsMust be self-motivated with the ability to assess different situations and implement suggestions or changes as neededAbility to maintain sensitivity and objectivity to patients, family and significant others of all agesDuties &Responsibilities:
Job Summary
The Radiation Therapist coordinates, plans, and administers high quality and comprehensive age/disease appropriate radiotherapy to oncology patients of all age groups by utilizing equipment, computers, and established techniques to ensure positive patient experience. Demonstrating radiation safety standards with patient and staff members is essential while following the code of ethics and practice standards set by the ASRT and ARRT.
Patients Served
This position is responsible for the following age groups of patients: adolescent, adult and geriatric.
DutiesPosition patients for treatment with accuracy, according to prescriptionAdminister prescribed doses of radiation to specific body parts, using radiation therapy equipment according to established practices and standardsCheck radiation therapy equipment to ensure proper operationReview prescription, diagnosis, patient chart, and identificationFollow principles of radiation protection for patient, self, and othersMaintain records, reports, or files required, including such information as radiation dosages, equipment settings, or patients reactionConduct most treatment sessions independently, in accordance with long- term treatment plan and under the general direction of the patient's physicianEnter data into computer and set controls to operate or adjust equipment or regulate dosageObserve and reassure patients during treatment and report unusual reactions to physicianPerforms other duties as assignedOther Info:
Functional Demands
Work area is well lighted and ventilated. Regularly exposed to the risks of blood borne and airborne diseases. Contact with patients in a wide variety of circumstances. Exposed to noise, chemicals, communicable diseases, and hazardous materials. Wears personal protective equipment as required.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands to handle or feel objects, or controls; each with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk or stand for extended periods, occasionally required to sit, balance; stoop, kneel or crouch.
Generally lifting objects not more than 25 lbs. and/or carrying objects weighing 10 lbs.
Job Posted:
03/14/2024
9381
Job Category:
Radiation Oncology
Job Type:
Full Time
Shift Type:
Days
Facility:
Department:
Radiation Oncology
Pay Range:
$52.00/hr. - $69.90/hr.
Open Date:
03.14.24
Close Date:
Qualifications:
High School Graduate or EquivalentSatisfactory completion of formal Radiation Therapy training in an AMA-approved school and ability to meet requirements for registry by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)Current American Heart Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from The American Heart Association or The American Red Cross for Healthcare ProvidersJob Details:Start Date:
Open Until Filled.
Qualifications:
Education & LicensureHigh School Graduate or EquivalentSatisfactory completion of formal Radiation Therapy training in an AMA-approved school and ability to meet requirements for registry by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)Current American Heart Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from The American Heart Association or The American Red Cross for Healthcare ProvidersKnowledge/ExperienceRadiation Therapist must be able to work proficiently with Varian machines utilizing the latest treatment techniques including 3D Conformal, IMRT, IGRT, SRS/SBRT.Ability to work independently and manage scheduling of all areas to include simulation and treatmentExtensive CT/Simulation experience in all areas of radiation therapy to include immobilization fabricationExperience with clinical set ups and contoursCoordinate all aspects of treatment with different departments to include Physician/Physics/DosimetryAbility to understand dosimetry plans and calculationsExcellent computer skills related to basic office, record and verify, and EMRHigh confidence levelExcellent patient care skills-must be able to access patient's needs and use good judgment for requesting medical attentionMust have good communication skillsMust be self-motivated with the ability to assess different situations and implement suggestions or changes as neededAbility to maintain sensitivity and objectivity to patients, family and significant others of all agesDuties &Responsibilities:
Job Summary
The Radiation Therapist coordinates, plans, and administers high quality and comprehensive age/disease appropriate radiotherapy to oncology patients of all age groups by utilizing equipment, computers, and established techniques to ensure positive patient experience. Demonstrating radiation safety standards with patient and staff members is essential while following the code of ethics and practice standards set by the ASRT and ARRT.
Patients Served
This position is responsible for the following age groups of patients: adolescent, adult and geriatric.
DutiesPosition patients for treatment with accuracy, according to prescriptionAdminister prescribed doses of radiation to specific body parts, using radiation therapy equipment according to established practices and standardsCheck radiation therapy equipment to ensure proper operationReview prescription, diagnosis, patient chart, and identificationFollow principles of radiation protection for patient, self, and othersMaintain records, reports, or files required, including such information as radiation dosages, equipment settings, or patients reactionConduct most treatment sessions independently, in accordance with long- term treatment plan and under the general direction of the patient's physicianEnter data into computer and set controls to operate or adjust equipment or regulate dosageObserve and reassure patients during treatment and report unusual reactions to physicianPerforms other duties as assignedOther Info:
Functional Demands
Work area is well lighted and ventilated. Regularly exposed to the risks of blood borne and airborne diseases. Contact with patients in a wide variety of circumstances. Exposed to noise, chemicals, communicable diseases, and hazardous materials. Wears personal protective equipment as required.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands to handle or feel objects, or controls; each with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk or stand for extended periods, occasionally required to sit, balance; stoop, kneel or crouch.
Generally lifting objects not more than 25 lbs. and/or carrying objects weighing 10 lbs.
Job Posted:
03/14/2024