Radiation Therapist - Radiation Oncology
UNM Medical Group, Inc. is hiring for a Radiation Therapist to join our UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center. This opportunity is a full-time day shift opening located in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Sign-on Bonus and Relocation Reimbursement Available
Salary determined based on years of experience
Summary
Under general supervision, provides radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by physician according to established standards and practices.
Minimum Job Requirements of a Radiation Therapist:
State of New Mexico Licensed Radiation Therapist; American Registry of Radiologic Technology License; CPR Certified. Completed degree from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis. Verification of education and licensure (if applicable) will be required if selected for hire.
Duties and Responsibilities of a Radiation Therapist:
- Administers a prescribed and planned course of radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by a radiation oncologist.
- Follows the radiations safety principle of as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA) for the patients, self, and others.
- Verifies the treatment plan is consistent with the prescription and can be accurately implemented in the treatment room. Checks prescription, diagnosis, chart, and patient identification, ensuring accurate treatments.
- Educate patients of potential side effects of radiation treatment and how to manage any associated side effects, that includes maintaining patient markings during treatment, explanation and instruction regarding radiation therapy procedures, education on skin care and nutrition.
- Reinforces recommendations given to patient by the physician, dietitian, or other care provider, concerning reaction to treatment and care of the irradiated area, and prevention or treatment of generalized and local side effects.
- Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.
- Prepares written documentation as required by the profession and the department, such as, but not limited to, evaluation results, individualized treatment plans, progress reports, etc.
- Schedules patients for treatments; interfaces with physicist at initiation of treatment; consults with supportive care physicians, nurses, and social workers.
- Prepares room and equipment for patient; transfers immobilized patient from stretcher to treatment couch, giving special care to catheters, IVs, oxygen, respirator, chest tubes, and other life support; positions patient in prescribed anatomical positions for treatment.
- Performs simulations as prescribed by a radiation oncologist.
- Fabricates individualized immobilization devices (molds, blocks, compensators, and other beam-modifying devices).
- Utilizes imaging technologies for the explicit purpose of simulation, treatment planning and treatment delivery as prescribed by a radiation oncologist (e.g., weekly ports, CBCT, kV and MV imaging, and IGRT). Applies corrections or changes to therapy as directed by physician.
- Ensures that the medical equipment is regularly maintained and in excellent working order.
- Performs daily warm-up procedures prior to each patient treatment and maintains documentation of quality assurance activities, procedures, and results in accordance with established guidelines.
- Checks equipment for malfunctions/abnormal quality assurance readings and report any abnormal findings to appropriate personnel (chief radiation therapist or administrator, medical physicist, field service engineer).
- Supervises or participates in the training and education of a variety of students.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
About UNM Medical Group, Inc.
UNM Medical Group, Inc. (UNMMG) is the practice plan organization for physicians and other medical providers associated with the UNM Health Sciences Center. UNMMG is a New Mexico non-profit corporation and is an equal opportunity employer. UNMMG strives to mitigate health disparities brought about by technology; we aim to reach underrepresented populations, making healthcare more equitable and accessible for all of the people in New Mexico; we have a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success as well as working with broadly diverse communities.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commitment:
We will strive as an institution and as individuals to recognize, cultivate and promote all forms of diversity and to foster health and well-being throughout New Mexico by weaving cultural humility and respect for all people.
Apply to our Radiation Therapist opportunity with UNM Medical Group, Inc. today to learn more!
Notice of Equal Opportunity Employment
We are an equal opportunity employer/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a drug and alcohol free employer.
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