What are the responsibilities and job description for the RADIATION THERAPIST position at Cooper Norcross Health?
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Short Description
The radiation therapists deliver radiation treatments to patients and perform CT simulation as ordered by the radiation oncologist to optimize the patient's treatment position in comfort and reproducibility
Deliver radiation treatment to patients according to the Radiation Oncologist’s prescription
Perform CT Simulation as ordered by the Radiation Oncologist to optimize the patient’s treatment position in comfort and reproducibility
Utilize the hospital and Radiation Oncology EMR systems to record patient treatment delivery, document patient positioning information, and communicate any pertinent information regarding the patient’s care coordination
The radiation therapist will ensure a positive and compassionate patient experience by providing support and education
Perform daily morning QA on linear accelerators and CT simulator
Participate in on-call procedure
Schedule patients for simulation and treatment
Perform daily billing for treatment and simulation
Maintain cleanliness of equipment and work areas
Mold Room Duties
Elekta Infinity Linear Accelerators
Varian TrueBeam Linear Accelerators
Elekta Unity MR Linear Accelerator
AlignRT
Brachytherapy
Philips Big Bore CT
Mosaiq
EPIC
Experience Required
0-2 Years
Education Requirements
HIGH SCHOOL OR GED
License/Certification Requirements
Radiation Therapy
Graduate of an approved program in Radiation Therapy