What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiation Therapist FT Days position at Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis?
St. Francis Hospital Memphis
Saint Francis Hospital Memphis is a 510-bed acute care hospital dedicated to providing high quality, compassionate care to the Mid-South community. As a comprehensive medical center, Saint Francis Hospital Memphis features a broad spectrum of tertiary and acute care, outpatient services and specialty areas including Women’s Services, Surgical Services, Bariatric Center of Excellence and Behavioral Health. Other acute care areas include Emergency Room, Critical Care, Med/ Surge and Telemetry.
Radiation Therapist Full Time Days Position Summary
To perform the duties of a staff radiation therapist in the treatment units and the CT simulator units. To insure the safe delivery of radiation treatment to patients as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist. Assist in teaching of the radiation therapy student in the field of radiation oncology technology
Responsibilities
Safe delivery of daily radiation treatment to patient as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist. Observe for changes in patients and report these changes immediately to the Radiation Oncologist. Verify patient's set up by taking initial and weekly portal films. Maintain proper appointment schedule for treatment patients. Keep an accurate treatment record, according to the policy and procedure of the University and department. Record correct billing record for each patient, according to the AMA CPT-4 guidelines and department policy and procedure.
Education
Required: Graduate of an accredited radiation therapy technology program.
Experience
Preferred: 3 years experience as a Radiation Therapist in a clinical setting
Certification
Required: ARRT (T), BLS, state license
