What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiation Therapist position at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County?
MHSC is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, mental or physical disability or uniformed services status. MHSC is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that recognizes the contributions and supports the advancement of all because an inclusive environment can enhance the quality of healthcare, improve hospital/community relations, and positively affect the health status of society. No candidate will be rejected based on any of the above or any disability that, with reasonable accommodation, does not prevent performance of the essential job duties.
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JOB SUMMARY
Assumes responsibility for the training of all radiation therapists relative to technical aspects of treatment and simulation, including operation of radiation therapy equipment. This position is also responsible in the delivery of patient care.
Recognize the signs and symptoms of developing complications during treatment and know when to withhold treatment until the patient is seen by the Radiation Oncologist.
Check all charts of patients under treatment at regular intervals to eliminate dosage errors, arithmetical errors, or errors of intention. Ensure that blood counts are satisfactory and recorded. Maintain clinical competencies for assigned clinical area and provide treatment as needed. Participates in the recording of required unit records, reports, and statistics for administrative purposes, demonstrates compliance with established hospital policies, procedures, objectives, PI(Performance Improvement), safety, environmental and infection control.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Graduate of JRCERT approved school. Must be registered through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiation Therapy. Three to five years of experience as a staff radiation therapist. Must be able to provide evidence as a R.T. Must maintain current standing in ARRT. Current license to practice in the State of Wyoming. Must have current CPR certification; within 60 days of employment.
Job Knowledge and Skills:
Ability to lift, move, and position patients. Ability to follow oral and written instruction. Able to integrate scientific knowledge, technical competence and patient interaction skills to provide safe and accurate procedures with compassion. Able to recognize patient conditions essential for the successful completion of the procedure. Must demonstrate an understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology. Maintains a high degree of accuracy in radiographic positioning and exposure technique. Must possess, use and maintain knowledge of radiation protection and safety. Able to independently perform or assist the licensed independent practitioner in the completion of radiographic procedures. Able to prepare, administer and document activities related to medications in accordance with state and federal regulations.
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