Radiation Therapist - PRN

Cone Health Cancer Center, United StatesOn-SitePart-timePosted 3mo ago

Job description

Radiation Oncology

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The Radiation Therapist delivers high doses of ionizing radiation to specific areas of the patient?s body for the treatment of disease, specifically cancer. This role follows specific treatment plans created by radiation oncologists, which outline the type, dose, and duration of radiation therapy required for each patient. This role uses advanced technology such as linear accelerators and other radiation delivery devices to precisely direct radiation beams to the targeted area.
Essential Job Function

Follows treatment plans and parameters to deliver precise radiation doses to targeted areas, minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissues.
Positions and immobilizes patients on treatment tables, ensuring they are in the correct posture for effective radiation targeting.
Conducts pre-treatment verifications, which involve ensuring that equipment settings align with the prescribed treatment plan.
Conducts procedure simulations and provides patients with explanations about treatment procedures, potential side effects, and what to expect during their sessions.
Offers patients emotional support, addressing concerns and promoting a comfortable treatment experience.
Implements measures to protect patients, staff, and themselves from unnecessary radiation exposure during treatment sessions.
Documents treatment details, equipment settings, patient reactions, and any observations.
Monitors patients for any adverse reactions and communicate effectively with the healthcare team about any changes or concerns.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Required: Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy Technology program

Experience

Preferred: 2 years of experience as a registered radiation therapist

Licensure/Certification/Listing

Required: Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiation Therapy; BLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider

Work Shift :

Days/No Weekends (United States of America)

On Call Required

FTE:

0.0003

Job Type:

Relief (PRN)

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Cone Health

Recognized for Excellence in Neurology Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital ranks in the top 10 percent of the nation for medical excellence in neurological care, according to CareChex . That means you can trust us to provide advanced inpatient services, protect patient safety, and offer care with lower-than-average rates of complications. Cone Health has been named a Blue Distinction Center+ for Spine Surgery by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (BCBSNC). Hospitals with this designation demonstrate expertise in cervical and lumbar fusion, cervical laminectomy and lumbar laminectomy/discectomy procedures, resulting in fewer patient complications and hospital readmissions compared to other hospitals. Our outstanding services include stroke care at Moses Cone Hospital and other Cone Health facilities, which have earned numerous recognitions for helping stroke patients achieve better-than-average outcomes.

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