The Radiation Therapist administers radiation therapy to oncology patients according to the Radiation Oncologist's instructions. They maintain treatment records, monitor patients for adverse reactions, and ensure quality control of treatment equipment.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited program in Radiation Therapy Technology and hold certifications from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and the Louisiana State Radiologic Technology Board. Preferred experience includes fabrication of contours and patient immobilization devices.
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This job applies ionizing radiation to oncology patients in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the Radiation Oncologist.
Maintains accurate treatment records, processes orders for specific exams required during treatment, acts as a liaison between the physician, patient and patient's family, and monitors patient for any adverse reactions during radiation therapy.
Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the ages of patients served in assigned area.
The Radiation Therapist demonstrates professional responsibility and accountability for his/her own practice.
Education Required - Graduate of an accredited program in Radiation Therapy Technology Work Experience Required - None Preferred - Experience in the fabrication of contours, cases and patient immobilization devices.
Certifications Required - Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Licensed by the Louisiana State Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of required job information.
Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, keyboard, and various software programs specific to role.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process Understanding of all utilized equipment, its use and care.
Ability to chart accurately and maintain all data pertinent to patient's therapy and care.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Extensive knowledge of radiation therapy concepts, applications and administration.
Job Duties Administers radiation therapy to patients in accordance with prescription and instructions of the Radiation Oncologist Documents port films and treatment chart Requests specific exams required during the course of therapy such as simulations for field changes and boost fields within the time frame required to assure a smooth, uninterrupted course of therapy Maintains a daily patient treatment schedule Performs quality control duties and performs weekly chart checks Performs daily treatment machine quality assurance Documents and submits all billing on patients under treatment on a daily basis Exhibits flexibility in scheduling and staffing practices to accommodate needs of the department Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Physical and Environmental Demands The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force.
Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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