What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiation Therapist position at Alliance Cancer Specialists?
Overview :
Alliance Cancer Specialists ,
the most extensive community-based oncology practice in Southeastern PA, is growing our Radiation Team team! We are seeking a full-time Radiation Therapist (per deim) . The perfect candidate will be a compassionate, detail-oriented individual excited to join our hardworking team here at Alliance. This position will primarily be located at our Red Lion Practice .
Top Reasons To Work for Alliance Cancer Specialists : Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including :
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance
401k Plan
Paid Time Off
Highly competitive pay
Day shifts only. No evenings.
No weekends or major holidays.
Under minimal supervision of the radiation oncologists and chief radiation therapists, administers radiation therapy treatments to patients. Accuracy in positioning the beam of radiation to correspond with the designated tumor volume and accurately delivering the prescribed dose is a paramount job function. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
Responsibilities :
- Accurately delivers and records radiation therapy treatments under the direction of a radiation oncologist and chief radiation therapist.
- Accurately enters and maintains patient treatment parameters into the electronic medical record.
- Participates in clinical instruction of newly hired therapists and students.
- Accurately interprets a computerized treatment plan.
- Maintains patient appointment schedule and submits correct billing information.
- Participates in the clinical instruction of radiation therapy students.
- Responsible for accurate block cutting, when applicable.
- Responsible for making custom molds, and for accurate simple dose calculations.
- May assist in equipment Quality Assurance and daily patient care Quality Assurance as required by USON and / or accreditation agencies.
- May assist in chart audits.
- Serves as a mentor to employees which may include mold technicians, simulation therapists, and radiation therapists.
- May provide work direction or guidance to others.
- Maintains a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
Qualifications :
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Graduate of an accredited radiation therapy technology program. Minimum seven years actively practicing as an RTT. ARRT certification is required. Must hold a valid state license for radiation therapy.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 30 pounds. Requires vision and hearing corrected to normal ranges.
WORK ENVIRONMENT : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
