Radiation Therapist

The following duties are performed on Varian Trubeam, Elekta VersaHD machines, and Mosaiq R+V.

• Administer radiation treatment of prescribed dose to the designated area to include reproducing patient position and plan parameters for each day of treatment.

• Perform patient simulations in collaboration with the radiation oncologist

• Fabricate immobilization devices

• Capture XVI and/or portal images as outlined in the treatment plan

• Measure diode readings as requested by the physician to verify treatment accuracy

• Accurately document treatment details and patient information in the electronic medical record (EMR)

• Schedule patients for treatment and simulation sessions

• Ensure accurate charge capture and billing for all procedures performed

• Fabricate blocks and cutouts for electron treatments as needed

• Perform daily morning warm‐up and quality assurance checks on treatment equipment

• Alert the physician and nurse to any complications or patient concerns observed during treatment

• Operate the CT Big Bore for simulation and radiation planning purposes

• Participate in weekly chart rounds, monthly staff meetings, and other assigned departmental meetings

• Adhere to department scheduling requirements and demonstrate flexibility to meet patient care needs

Minimum Required:

• Associate's Degree in Applied Science in Radiation Therapy

• NYS licensure registration in Radiologic Technology Radiation Therapy, and ARRT Radiation Therapy certification taken within 4 months, and passed within 6 months of employment.

• CPR certification within the first three months of hire

Preferred:

• Bachelor's Degree of Science in Radiation

Work Environment

• ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: All work is performed in offices that require working in close quarters with other employees. The offices are air conditioned/heated.
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Able to lift patients and heavy equipment to perform all job duties.

Age of Patients Served

• Adolescent: 13 to 17 Years
• Early Adulthood: 18 to 45 Years
• Middle Adult: 46 to 59 Years
• Late Adult: 60 to 79 Years
• Elderly: 80+ Years

HIPAA Roles‐Based Access to Patient Information

• Clinical ‐ Access to patient information that is not restricted (an example of restricted information is ARU) ‐ Level 3

Staff Supervised

• Not Applicable