radiology_technologist – Radiation Therapist

Specialty: Radiation Therapist
Facility: Carle Health – 611 W Park St, Carle Foundation Hospital*L_000078 Urbana, IL
State License: IL
Certs/Licenses:
Years of Experience:
Shift: Day DAYS: M-F; 8:00AM-5:00PM 5×8 Hr
Guaranteed Hours: 40.00
Description: Specialty: Radiation TherapistFacility: Carle HealthState License: ILCerts/Licenses: Years of Experience: Shift: Day DAYS: M-F; 8:00AM-5:00PM 5×8 HrGuaranteed Hours: 40.00Description: Job Summary:The Radiation Therapist applies ionizing radiation to the patient in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the Radiation Oncologist.Job Responsibilities:-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 patients regarding reactions to treatment and their care.-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 patients, self, and others.-Conduct daily Quality Assurance checks on radiation delivery equipment. Schedule Notes:DAYS: M-F; 8:00AM-5:00PMSkills: Required Skills & Experience:-N/APreferred Skills & Experience:-N/A RequiredARRT (T)RADIATION THERAPYBLS – AHAAdditionalEducation: Required Education: -Associate s Degree in Radiation Therapy.Preferred Education:-N/ARequired Certifications & Licensure: -IEMA – Licensed Radiologic Technologist – Radiation Therapy.-ARRT – Registered in Radiation Therapy (T).-BLS (American Heart Assoc.).Preferred Certifications & Licensure: -N/A;Languages: English ;Read ;Write ;Speak English(Speak, Read, Write)Job Category: Clinical-AlliedRS Job Title: Min. Pay Rate: Max. Pay Rate: Is This Worker in a High Risk Department?: NoCandidate Selection: Carle Health Leader InterviewingShift: DayWeekend Shifts: N/AHoliday Shifts: N/AFloating Requirements: N/AExtension RTO: Scheduling Notes: DAYS: M-F; 8:00AM-5:00PMWorkday Job Req ID: JR116970Worker All Inclusive Bill Rate:; Day DAYS: M-F; 8:00AM-5:00PM 5×8 Hr