Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Company parties

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job description

RADIATION THERAPIST

The Radiation Therapist is a registered and licensed professional who is responsible for providing radiation therapy to patient’s in accordance with the physician’s prescription.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

 Verifies and administers prescribed doses of SRT radiation to the specific sites in accordance with the prescription defined by the Dermatologist.  Positions patients for treatment with accuracy according to the prescription.  Enter data into the computer and set controls to operate and adjust equipment and regulate dosage in accordance to the prescription.  Conduct most treatment sessions independently and under the general direction of the patient’s physician.  Assist the Dermatologist in localization and simulation and documentation of the lesion to be treated.  Photograph treatment areas of the patient and document.  Check for side effects of the skin such as skin irritation, erythema, blistering, moist desquamation and report to the Dermatologist.  Prepare and construct custom protection devices for patient treatment.  Educate, prepare and reassure patients and their families by answering questions, providing physical assistance and reinforcing physicians advice regarding treatment reactions and post-treatment care.  Performs daily warm-up and QA of the SRT machine prior to the start of treatments each day as prescribed by the manufacturer.  Follow principles of radiation protection for the patient, self and others.  Complete other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

 Graduate of a Regionally Accredited Program for Radiation Therapy, is ARRT certified in Radiation Therapy R.T. and licensed by the state in which they will be working when applicable.  Strong verbal, writing and interpersonal skills.  Effective analysis and problem solving skills.  Strong time management skills, as well as excellent attendance and punctuality.  Ability to work as a team.

REQUIRED LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION:

 RTT Board Certification

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Up to $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

Radiology

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Experience:

Radiation therapy: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

ARRT Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person