À propos de ce poste Radiation Therapist chez Trinity Health
Employment Type:
Full timeShift:
Day ShiftDescription:
Radiation Therapist
Location: Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital
POSITION PURPOSE:
At the direction of the radiation oncologist, and in tandem with a certified Radiation Therapist, assists in the radiation treatment process according to established guidelines and polices/procedures.
Status Available: Full Time, 40 hours per week
Shift Available: Day Shift
Required Qualifications:
Education: A Bachelor's Degree in Radiation Therapy or completion of a two (2) year program in Radiologic Technology followed by a one (1) year program in Radiation Therapy.
Experience: Minimum of 3 months of on the job training or experience.
Certification: CPR. ARRT (American Registry for Radiologic Technologists) for radiation therapy. Must be registered or registry-eligible upon hire. Registry-eligible candidates must successfully complete registration within 6 months of hire.
What the Radiation Therapist will do:
Assists in the review of a patient’s treatment record for completeness.
Confers with physicians, physics/dosimetry, and their colleagues for clarification prior to, during, and after treatment when necessary.
Supports the review of the electronic chart (Aria) and patient treatment record for consistency, completeness, and accuracy prior to treatment delivery.
Prepares treatment room and equipment according to established procedures. Explains procedures to patients according to departmental standards.
Follows standards in positioning of patients and follows treatment processes according to established policies and procedures.
Monitors patient during procedures at all times and reports any change in condition, psychologic, or physiologic to the physician or other appropriate patient care personnel.
Assists in the simulation and treatment planning process and other procedures occurring within the department of radiation oncology when necessary.
Acquires imaging via CBCT or portal imaging as prescribed by the physician.
Appropriately and thoroughly reviews images prior to treatment, ensuring alignment falls within allowable tolerances. Makes shifts and/or realigns patients when necessary to ensure the most accurate treatment delivery
Schedules patients for treatment and simulations per department guidelines in the Aria scheduling system.
Inspects all equipment safety interlocks, monitors equipment, and reports malfunctions.
Submits charges into the computer systems for services rendered to patients in accordance with established guidelines.
Participates in the clinical education and training of students.
Adheres to ALARA guidelines during all procedures.
Behaves in accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values of Trinity Health.
Other duties as assigned.
Total Rewards and Benefits:
Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY
Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods for part-time and full-time employees
Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes
Unlimited career growth opportunities with one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the country
Tuition Reimbursement
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