What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiation Therapist position at UT Health East Texas?
Overview
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Join our team as a day shift, PRN, Radiation Therapist in Athens, TX.
Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better
- Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
- People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
- Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
Get to Know Your Team:
- UT Health Athens is a 127-bed facility, including a 24-hour ED, designated as a Level IV trauma center and Level IV stroke center; advanced diagnostic technology; 10-bed ICU; maternity unit radiation therapy center; and a stand-alone ED in Gun Barrel City.
Responsibilities
- The Radiation Therapist Delivers radiation therapy treatments to cancer patients as prescribed by the physician and directed by the physics department.
- Perform manual calculations.
- Fabricate custom shielding blocks.
- Perform Q.A. checks and warm-up Linear Accelerators.
- Maintain constant communication with patients and family members to lend support and provide information concerning treatment.
- Responsible for supervising all phases of student clinical rotations.
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
- Graduate of an approved school of radiation therapy technology or a school of radiologic technology and a one year radiation therapy program.
- Must be registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology in Radiation Therapy and licensed by the State of Texas.