Lead Radiation Therapist, Relocate to Sedona AZ

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

The Lead Radiation Therapist is responsible for ensuring quality radiation therapy is consistently and accurately delivered as instructed

by Dosimetrists, Chief Medical Physicist and Physician. S / he oversees the workflow and adjustments as needed to ensure patient care is

not disrupted. The Lead Radiation Therapist functions as a part of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure continuity of care and serves as a

technical advisor to other members of the multidisciplinary team and the Radiation Therapist. The Lead Therapist supervises other

radiation therapists.

Responsibilities

Patient Care

• Simulates patients using 3-D CT technology, constructs or utilizes positioning devices to set-up patient and treatment parameters prior to initiation of Radiation Therapy..
• Accurately administers radiation treatment according to department policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates ability to provide treatment at multiple locations as needed to provide coverage.
• Knowledge of physics and human anatomy.
• Responds to and applies critical thinking skills in a emergency or crisis situations.

Event Participation and Coordination

Team Development

Compliance / Safety

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)- Required

Graduate of an accredited program in Radiation Therapy Technology- Required

Certification & Licensures

Registered by State or National Organization in conjunction with Radiation Therapy- Required

BLS (American Heart Association)- Required

Experience

5 years experience as a Radiation Therapist- Preferred

Experience with Varian ARIA EMR- Preferred

Healthcare is a rapidly changing environment and technology is integrated into almost all aspects of patient care. Computers and other electronic devices are utilized across the organization and throughout each department. Colleagues must have an understanding of computers, and competence in using computers and basic software programs.