Radiation Therapist

Raleigh, NC
Contracted
Healthcare
Experienced
Job Title: Radiation Therapist
Pay Rate: $55 Per Hour
Location: Raleigh, NC 27610
Schedule:  3 Months (Possible Extensions).
Shift Details     0800-1630

Job Duties:
Prepare patients for radiation therapy, including positioning them on the treatment table, ensuring proper alignment, and assisting with immobilization devices. 
-Explain the radiation treatment process to patients, discussing the procedure, potential side effects, and what to expect before, during, and after treatment. 
-Provide emotional support and comfort to patients, who may be anxious or stressed about their treatment. 
-Administer radiation treatment to patients according to the radiation oncologist’s plan. This may involve using various equipment, such as linear accelerators (LINAC), to deliver the prescribed dose. 
-Ensure that the radiation is delivered precisely to the target area, following strict protocols to minimize damage to surrounding healthy tissue. 
-Continuously monitor patients during the therapy to assess their condition, adjust positioning if necessary, and ensure that the treatment is being delivered safely. 
-Work closely with radiation oncologists and medical physicists in treatment planning, ensuring the patient’s position, target areas, and radiation doses are correctly documented. 
-Operate radiation therapy equipment such as simulators and treatment machines, ensuring equipment is functioning correctly and safely.. 
Participate in routine checks and quality assurance processes to maintain the functionality and safety of radiation therapy equipment. 
-Maintain detailed and accurate records of each treatment session, including radiation doses, equipment settings, and patient responses.
• Document patient conditions, any side effects, or unusual reactions to the therapy, and communicate relevant information to the healthcare team.
• Update patient records with relevant treatment progress, adjustments, and side effects..
• Adhere to strict safety guidelines and standards to protect both the patient and healthcare providers from unnecessary radiation exposure.
• Ensure radiation safety by constantly monitoring the patient and surroundings during therapy.
• Follow all relevant laws, regulations, and protocols established by medical governing bodies, such as the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) or other regulatory agencies.
• Distribute all HLD/S items in a manner that will maintain their HLD/S integrity and appropriately document when necessary as per departmental and or Hospital protocol.
 




Required Certifications & Licensure: 
Radiation Therapy certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Required Education: 
Graduation from a Radiation Therapy Technologist program approved by the Council of Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA)
Equipment Experience:
  • Varian Trilogy – Required
  • Varian RPM Experience- Preferred
  • MOSAIQ – Preferred
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