Radiation Therapist 1

Job Overview

Fairview is looking for a Casual Radiation Therapist to join our team supporting our St. John's Hospital as well as other Fairview locations as needed. This is a casual position picking up day shifts as needed.

Staff radiation administers radiation therapy as prescribed by a physician in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.

Responsibilities

Patient Treatment Management
Continuously acts in the best interest of the patient under departmental guidelines
Verifies correct patient prior to each procedure
Delivers precise and efficient ionizing radiation treatment to the patient as prescribed by the radiation oncologist and established practices and policies of the department.
Prepares and educates patients and families for simulation and treatment
Schedules and maintains patients for treatment courses and notify appropriate individuals, including if need be other departments
Provides physical support while patients are under the supervision of the radiation therapist
Observes and reassures patients during treatment and report unusual reactions to physician
Records all treatment deliveries in patient’s electronic medical record. Maintains patient treatment record and quality checklist
Takes all necessary photos of the patient for the permanent treatment record
Reports and files a report of any treatment errors to the physics department and radiation oncologist
Prepares and keeps stock of the treatment rooms
Acts as liaison within the department to proper communication
Follows principles of ALARA at all times within the radiation therapy department
Notifies patients of delay in treatment due to machine malfunction
Performs weekly chart checks, audits billing charges and export of charges
Radiation Therapy Equipment and Technology
Follows established procedures to operate linear accelerator and accessories, block fabrication, related EMR’s.
Performs basic dosimetric calculations
Daily QA and accesses radiation therapy equipment for malfunction and reports them as necessary
Trains students of radiation therapy
Administers prescribed doses of radiation to specific body parts, using radiation therapy equipment according to established practices and standards
Prepares and constructs equipment such as immobilization devices as needed or prescribed by the physician. Prepares and keeps stock of the simulation and treatment rooms.
Reviews and practices all policies and procedures within the department.
Operates specified equipment within the radiation therapy department. Records and verify computer system, CT simulation, 3D positional tracking
Positions patients for treatment with accuracy according to prescription. Reviews prescription, diagnosis, patient chart, and identification of patient
Helps physicians, physicists, and dosimetrists to prepare physical and technical aspects of radiation treatment plans, using information about patient condition and anatomy
Perform portal dosimetry QA at the direction of the physicist
Demonstrates knowledge of emergency procedures for each machine and if needed turn equipment off if unexpected adverse reactions occur
Understand the safety protocols related to contrast


Required Qualifications

A.A./A.S. for radiation therapy
Successful radiation therapy school completion
Basic Life Support (American Heart Assoc or Red Cross)
ARRT registration in radiation therapy or be registry-eligible by completing the appropriate school of radiation therapy through an accredited program. Continuing education in radiation therapy field and must continue to hold ARRT registry within 90 Days
ARRT (T) Qualification Source: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists


Preferred Qualifications

B.S./B.A. for radiation therapy
1 year experience
ARRT Radiology Tech


Benefit Overview

Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link foradditional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract

Compensation Disclaimer

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status