Radiation Therapist

Description

Duties : Job Summary :

Responsible for the optimum planning and treatment of the radiation therapy patient with ionizing

radiation in accordance with the written directive of the Radiation Oncologists, and under the

direct supervision of the Chief Therapist.

Essential Functions :

Treats patients with ionizing radiation in adherence to all regulatory guidelines.

Monitors all equipment parameters, documents equipment malfunctions and understands

all emergency and safety procedures of all equipment.

Maintains accurate medical records and treatment schedules.

Inputs treatment and simulation charge information into Aria.

Documents patient treatment chart.

Understands emergency and fault procedures for linear accelerators and simulators.

Recognizes and reports patient concern and physical problems to appropriate personnel.

Communicates instructions and procedures to patients and their families.

Maintains organization and cleanliness in the clinic.

Skills : Physical Requirements :

This position requires walking, standing, sitting, lifting, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing and pulling. Must be able to lift and support 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment and supplies. Must speak and understand English. Intact sense of sight, hearing, smell and touch. Finger dexterity. Critical thinking and ability to concentrate. Must be able to respond quickly and make decisions to changes on the unit.

Education : Graduate of an AMA approved school of Therapeutic Radiology or international equivalent required.

ARRT (T) required.

BLS (AHA or ARC) required.

Schedule Notes : Interview or Auto Offer : Interview

of Openings : 1

Travel or Direct Hire : Travel

Contract Length : 13 weeks

Location : AH Pineville

Specialty / Unit : Radiation Therapy

Scrub Color : Black

Schedule : 8a-5p

Certification / Licensure Required : Graduate of an AMA approved school of Therapeutic Radiology or international equivalent. ARRT registered or registry eligible, must pass registry in the first 90 days of employment. BLS for Healthcare Provider from AHA required.

Additional Skills / Information : Ambulatory, Epic, Oncology

Submittal Packet Requirements : Cover Page, Resume, Proof of required Certifications / Licensure

Required Skills : THERAPY,MEDICAL RECORDS,RADIOLOGY,THERAPEUTIC,ARRT,

Additional Skills : LOCKOUT / TAGOUT,

Minimum Degree Required : Completed High School (Diploma or GED)

Hours Per Day : 8.00

Hours Per Week : 40.00

Languages : English(

Speak, Read, Write

Department : 32962 : Radiation Therapy

Atrium Health Pineville : AH Pineville Main - 10628 Park Rd, Charlotte, NC

Job Category : Clinical - Allied - Travel