A Radiation Therapist uses radiation therapy to treat cancer and other diseases. Works in cancer treatment centers in collaboration with oncologists (physicians who specialize in cancer treatment) and other specialists.
Radiation Therapy Tech - Per Diem Rochester General Hospital - 3.5 Rochester, NY Job Details Part-time $36.25 - $50.00 an hour 1 hour ago Qualifications Patient comfort Radiation treatment delivery Medical documentation Quality records maintenance Inpatient experience Customer service Labeling ARRT (T) Certification Care documentation Patient service Radiation oncology Medical scheduling Laboratory quality control records management Radiology equipment maintenance procedures Patient treatment Patient immobilization Managing patient records Entry level Radiation protection measures
Full Job Description Job Title:
Radiation Therapy Tech Department:
Radiation Therapy Location:
Lipson Cancer Institute |
Rochester General Hospital Hours Per Week:
Varys |
Per Diem Schedule:
Days SUMMARY:
As a Radiation Therapy Technologist, your superior customer service skills and empathy for patients, along with you strong attention to detail allows you to deliver precise doses of radiation while ensuring patients the highest level of comfort possible.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Patient Care. Perform simulations for treatment under the direction of the Radiation Oncologist; construct immobilization devices and custom shielding; schedule patient appointments; deliver prescribed therapeutic doses of radiation; take port films and labels to be checked appropriately; record treatment records, including dose addition, documentation of port films, adjustments in prescriptions, diagrams, blocking and landmark Quality Control & Documentation. Ensure quality control procedures on equipment; keep daily Log Sheets, including documentation of inpatients, finishes, new courses, new patients, electron patients and non-malignant cases; keep necessary records for department statistics
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Graduate of 2 year Radiation Therapist Program NYS Licensure as Radiation Therapist required OR must hold NYS permit and obtain licensure within six months of hire.
New Graduates:
Official transcript from accredited school or letter emailed directly from the school's registrar's office confirming program completion will be accepted upon graduation. Primary source education verification required within 90 days of graduation
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
ARRT certification preferred
EDUCATION
LICENSES /
CERTIFICATIONS:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee's physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.
PAY RANGE
$36.25 - $50.00
CITY:
Rochester
POSTAL CODE
14621 The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts. Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.