What are the responsibilities and job description for the RADIATION THERAPIST position at owensboroworkdaytest?
Job Summary
Provides therapeutic and patient care services for the purpose of delivering radiation therapy as prescribed by a Radiation Oncologist. Job Responsibilities
- Delivers patient treatment plan in collaboration with physician and dosimetrist / physicist.
- Evaluates patients for appropriate response to treatment and reports any adverse reactions.
- Positions patients and selects anatomic / technical parameters accurately; maintains a high degree of accuracy in positioning and treatment techniques while utilizing radiation protection procedures.
- Reviews patient charts for completeness and accuracy according to established policies and procedures. Verifies completion of prescription, appropriate signatures, and patient consents.
- Responsible for effective and safe operation of equipment in the Linac treatment room. This includes the Linear accelerator, OBI, portal imager, Protura couch, and HDR unit.
- Fabricates individualized immobilization, custom blocks, and other beam-modifying devices.
- Applies as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA) principle to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.
- Primary liaison between patients and other members of the radiation oncology team.
Qualifications
Skills and Attributes
Physical Demands
Owensboro Health Core Commitments
INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.
RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.
TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.
INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.
SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.
EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.
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