What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiation Therapist position at Cooper University Hospital?
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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 reproducibilityUtilize 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 coordinationThe 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 procedureSchedule patients for simulation and treatmentPerform daily billing for treatment and simulationMaintain cleanliness of equipment and work areas Mold Room Duties
Elekta Infinity Linear AcceleratorsVarian TrueBeam Linear AcceleratorsElekta Unity MR Linear AcceleratorAlignRTBrachytherapyPhilips Big Bore CTMosaiq EPIC
Experience Required
0-2 Years
Education Requirements
HIGH SCHOOL OR GEDLicense/Certification Requirements
Radiation Therapy Graduate of an approved program in Radiation Therapy
Salary Min ($)
USD $41.00Salary Max ($)
USD $70.00Salary : $41 - $70