Job Description: -The Radiation Therapist applies ionizing radiation to the patient in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the Radiation Oncologist. Essential Functions: -Accurately delivers the planned course of radiation therapy with minimal supervision. -Verifies patient information and prepares the treatment room and equipment. -Monitors patient's condition while undergoing treatment, recognizing signs of treatment complications and alerting the physician or nurse if needed. -Explain procedure to patient, means of communication during treatment, and procedure to follow if emergency arises during treatment. -Reinforce Radiation Oncologist's advice to patient regarding reactions to treatment and their care. Department-Specific Job Functions: -Perform quality assurance checks on all treatment plans prior to treatment. -Perform image fusion daily on patients treatment (when applicable), verifying the planned treatment field matches the area of interest for treatment. -Perform custom immobilization, through fabrication of patient specific immobilization devices, to accurately align patients for daily radiation therapy. -Follow principles of Radiation protection for patient, self, and others. -Conduct daily Quality Assurance checks on Radiation delivery equipment.
Position: Therapist
Specialty/Modality: Radiation Therapy
Licenses/Certifications: CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support), State License-Radiation Therapist-Illinois, ARRT-T (Radiation Therapy)
Physical Abilities: From 50-100lbs
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