Job Description:
- Administer radiation therapy accurately as prescribed and planned by the physician.
- Check prescription, diagnosis, chart, and patient identification.
- ARIA EMR experience is a plus - use carepath and encounters.
- Display professionalism at all times.
- Effective verbal communication skills in the clinical setting.
- Reinforce Radiation Oncologists' advice to patients regarding reactions to treatment and their care.
- Observe clinical progress of the radiation oncology patient, using clinical decision-making skills to recognize and report any signs of complications, unusual reactions, and events to the nursing staff and/or Radiation Oncologist.
- Safely and effectively operate a variety of computerized simulation and treatment machines including 2D/3D, IGRT, IMRT, SBRT, and SRS.
- Observe radiation safety measures for patients and personnel.
- Observe patients during treatment using both audible and visual methods.
- Prepare room and equipment for patients according to prescription/simulation sheet regarding immobilization devices, treatment distance, bolus, lead protection devices, etc.
- Perform machine safety checks and/or warm-up procedures; know safe limits of equipment operations, and report abnormalities or inconsistencies to the proper authority. Be able to perform all necessary machine and treatment QA.
- Construct immobilization devices and employ custom blocking techniques that are conducive to the prescribed radiation therapy.
- Maintain the electronic treatment record including, but not limited to, SSDs, changes in treatment setups, etc. Communicate and document missed appointments to proper personnel.
- Maintain daily treatment schedule.
- Adhere to the Radiation Therapist Code of Ethics.
- Must be flexible with work shifts assigned by scheduling manager.
- 2+ years’ work experience is a plus.
Registrations, Certifications and/or Licenses Requirements:
- Current ARRT Certification
- Current Florida License
- Current CPR certification
Job Type: Full-time
Education:
• High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
• Radiation Therapy: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
• Naples, FL: Relocate before starting work (Required)
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