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CommonSpirit Health

Radiation Therapist

CommonSpirit Health, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246


Overview:

Situated in the vibrant city of Houston, TX, the

Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center

stands as a beacon of hope and healing, proudly affiliated with

Baylor St. Lukes Medical Center and Baylor College of Medicine . In the spring of 2023, the Cancer Center embarked on a new chapter with the inauguration of the OQuinn Medical Tower, a testament to progress and innovation. Within our brand-new facility, the Radiation Oncology Department boasts a welcoming clinic space on the first floor, where cutting-edge Varian equipment, including Halcyon and Edge LINACs, and the Bravos HDR unit, awaits alongside two wide-bore Siemens CT simulators. Experience the seamless integration of motion management through AlignRT across all machines and simulators. Here, Baylor College of Medicine's physicians stand ready to provide compassionate care and expertise, supported by dedicated onsite physics and dosimetry support.Join us in our commitment to healing and hope at the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center, where every patient is treated with compassionate care beyond cancer.We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:Health/Dental/Vision InsuranceFree Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits for children and dependent adultsCare for Caregivers: Resilience Through Adversity is a series of sessions designed to help caregivers build their resilience and advance their mental well-being during these difficult timesFlexible spending accountsVoluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identity TheftEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your familyPaid Time Off (PTO)Tuition Assistance for career growth and developmentMatching Retirement ProgramsWellness ProgramsResponsibilities:POSITION SUMMARYOperates radiation therapy equipment in order to simulate and/or treat patients for malignancies. Completes required documentation in medical records, completes charge procedures and Performs quality assurance checks to verify accuracy of all procedures performed.POSITION RESPONSIBILITIESPerforms patients simulations under direction of physician, which includes patient alignment, portal marking and chart documentationSupply data for and assist in fabrication and/or designs patient immobilization and treatment devices, such as vaculocks, bolus and aquaplast masksAssists in dosimetry procedures, including obtaining patient parameters.Educates patients regarding simulation, treatment procedures and possible reactions (as directed by physician/nurse)Observes patient for treatment reactions and reports reactions to physician/nurseAssists in emergency procedures as necessaryDelivers a prescribed planned course of radiation therapy, which includes review of prescription, diagnosis, medical record and patient identification. In addition, Prepares room and equipment for patient treatments including set-up of immobilization devices, field size, treatment distance, shielding devices, etc.Monitors patient and equipment during treatment and/or simulation reporting any unusual circumstances, such as patient movement, equipment malfunction, etc.Completes daily quality checks on treatment and simulator equipment. Maintains accurate documentation of quality checks. Documents and reports all variances and Initiates proper follow-upCoordinates patient simulator/treatment schedulesRecords accurate daily patient billingParticipates in the clinical education of radiation therapy studentsPerforms other related duties as requested or assignedQualifications:Education and Licensure Required:Associates Degree (required)Graduate of an Accredited School of Radiation Therapy (required)Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologist as a Radiation Therapist R.T.(T)(ARRT) (required)Licensed by the Texas Medical Board as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) (required)Experience:Knowledge of simulation and radiation therapy equipment