What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiation Therapist Per Diem / Moorestown position at Virtua?
Summary:
Responsible for the simulation and delivery of radiation therapy treatments to patients, including specialized procedures such as stereotactic radiosurgery.
Position Responsibilities:
• Delivers radiation therapy treatments to patients as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist. Works efficiently throughout the day to maintain department schedules.
• Performs CT Simulations as directed by the Radiation Oncologist; to include fabrication of positioning and immobilization devices, tattooing and simple beam modification devices.
• Performs Daily Quality Assurance on both the Linear Accelerator and CT Simulator.
• Troubleshoots problems on linear accelerator and CT simulator and contacts vendor support as well as informing physicist and manager.
• Appropriately and accurately documents in electronic medical record and written medical record.
• Explains procedures to patients thoroughly and ensures understanding. Attentive to a patient’s side effects and acts as liaison between patient, nurse and or physician.
• Reviews each chart for accurate documentation and for changes in prescription, written orders, or patient setup parameters. Perform time-out procedure before initiating all treatments and or simulations.
• Schedules patients according to department guidelines in EMR.
• Maintains the appearance of the treatment room and CT Simulation room throughout the day by keeping the room neat and orderly.
• Has basic knowledge of billing procedures.
• Performs basic dosimetry calculations.
Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required:
1 year experience preferred.
Required Education:
Certificate of completion/degree from an Accredited Radiation Oncology Program.
Training/Certifications/Licensure:
ARRT accreditation in Radiation Therapy.
NJ State license in Radiation Therapy.
CPR certification.