Radiation Therapist - Casual (as needed)

Ohio Health - Dublin, OH

- Entry Level

Dublin, OH

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Radiation Therapist delivers radiation therapy treatments as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist. Prepares patients for a course of Radiation Therapy inclusive of simulation, dose calculations and acquiring of treatment parameters.

Responsibilities

• Administers Radiation Therapy treatments on a daily basis.
• Maintains daily record of treatment, inclusive of daily dosages and calculations and other necessary treatment records.
• Performs simulations, acquires treatment parameters, patient contours and dose calculations.
• Maintains patient schedules for In-Patients and Out-Patients, communicates frequently with families and hospital personnel to maintain schedule coordination and accommodate patients as best as possible.
• Monitors patient condition and progress on a daily basis, including patient weight, skin care, reactions, etc.
• Assists Radiation Oncologist in performance of Brachytherapy procedures.
• Oversees and directs clinical activities of Radiation Therapy Technology students.
• Provides clinical insight to Radiologic Technology students, nursing students, etc. as needed.
• Participates in Department Clinical QA activities, new patient conference, tumor board and QRM.

Requirements

• Graduate of approved Radiation Therapy Technology Training Program
• Associate's Degree (Required)
• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certification
• BLS - Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association
• Driver's License from the Department of Motor Vehicles
• Licensed in Field - State of Ohio
• Registered with the ARRT and licensed to practice in the State of Ohio