Radiation Therapist labor pool
Full Time
Newport News, VA
Posted
Job description
Newport News, Virginia
Overview
Works under the direction of the senior therapist and Director, Radiation Oncology Services. Applies ionizing radiation to the patient in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the Radiation Oncologist. Assists the physics staff with patient planning and performs QA on treatment equipment. Performs other duties as assigned. In addition, this position must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on his or her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the departmental policy and procedure guide.
What you will do
Qualifications
Education
Experience
Licenses and Certifications
For over 100 years, at Riverside Health System, we have made it our mission to care for others as we would care for those we love.
Overview
Works under the direction of the senior therapist and Director, Radiation Oncology Services. Applies ionizing radiation to the patient in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the Radiation Oncologist. Assists the physics staff with patient planning and performs QA on treatment equipment. Performs other duties as assigned. In addition, this position must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on his or her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the departmental policy and procedure guide.
What you will do
- Applies ionizing radiation in accordance with the prescription and instructions from the radiation oncologist.
Performs patient setups and CT simulation. Completes time out prior to simulation and verifies completion and accuracy of consent. Performs simulations and constructs immobilization devices to physicians’ specifications and appropriate to the patient’s health status. Documents all information for patient treatment(e.g. scans, set up instructions, other appointments), and communicates appropriately at hand-off.
Checks prescription and plan for accuracy prior to treatment. Ensures all required QA has been performed and reviewed prior to treatment. Verifies completion and accuracy of consent. Performs timeout prior to all procedures. Uses tattoos and setup marks appropriately and consistently. Uses imaging equipment to verify and document isocenter prior to treatment. Troubleshoots technical setups by collaborating with MDs, physicists, and fellow team members to ensure accurate treatment. Explains treatment process to patient and answers questions as needed.
Follows safe practices as referenced in the National Patient Safety Goals, RHS Team Up For Safety, and the RHS Code of Ethics. Complies with HIPAA guidelines, places patient-confidential information in secure areas. Uses individual log on for computer applications. Follows time-out, infection control, and fall policies. Supports PI activities. Reports and documents equipment issues in a timely manner.
Manages schedules, pro actively notify or calls patients for delays. Prioritizes and accomplish assignments so that work assignments are completed by deadlines. Assists with data used to measure the quality of patient care and/or work processes.
Qualifications
Education
- , Radiation Therapy (Required)
Experience
- Clinical experience or program experience caring for cancer patients, operation of a linear accelerator, and CT simulator. (Preferred)
Licenses and Certifications
- Radiologic Technologists - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (Required)
CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) (Required)
As a Riverside Health System team member, our benefits have you covered:
Health & Wellness:
- Medical Plan Options
- Vision and Dental plans (including orthodontic care)
- Wellness & fitness center discounts
- Onsite pharmacy and delivery options
- Riverside Health System services discount
- Flexible spending and savings accounts
- Healthy lifestyle incentives
Peace of Mind:
- Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Whole Life Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Legal Insurance
- Pet Insurance
Financial Support:
- CEUs (MedBridge Education)
- 403(b) Savings Plan (Immediate Matching)
- Specialty Certification Financial Assistance
- Company Wide Bonus Program
- Employee Help Fund
Work-Life Balance:
- Paid Time Off (full- and part-time team members)
- Extended illness bank
- Care.com membership
- Employee Assistance Program
- Adoption Assistance
- Area retail discounts
- Community involvement opportunities
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