Radiation Therapist

Department: Radiation Therapy 

Schedule
Part Time, Day Shift (40 hours biweekly)
Hours: Varied days, 8:00am - 4:30pm

General Summary

Provides radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by physician according to Wellspan Oncology Servile Line established standards and practices. Performs CT-simulation procedures and/or other treatments/procedures requiring specialized skills/training at an advanced skill level.

Essential Functions:

• Delivers a prescribed and planned course of radiation therapy to patients; obtains patient history, answers patient questions, and explains procedure.
• Checks prescription, diagnosis, chart, patient identification, etc.
• Prepares room and equipment for patient.
• Reinforces recommendations given to patient by the physician, nurses, dietician, etc., concerning reaction to treatment and care of the radiated area, prevention or treatment of generalized and local side effects.
• Observes patient for any unusual reactions or events.
• Performs IGRT procedures for tumor localization.
• Prepares patient and equipment for, and performs simulation procedures.

Common Expectations:

• Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor and staff by: complying with all applicable safety regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required.
• Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards. Completes annual required LMS training as assigned.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops. Maintains current ARRT certification.
• Maintains appropriate documentation in the EHR as required by the profession and Wellspan Oncology Service Line.
• Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.
• Supervises, assists and evaluates students in the clinical education setting.
• Aids in the training of radiation therapy students.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

• Associates Degree Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy Technology Program. Required or
• Associates Degree Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program. Required

Work Experience:

• 3 years Relevant experience. Required

Licenses:

• Registered Technologist-Radiation Therapy - ARRT within 180 days Required and
• Basic Life Support within 180 days Required

Courses and Training:

• Appropriate training in radiation therapy. Upon Hire Required and
• Appropriate specialized training. Upon Hire Required

Benefits Offered:

• Comprehensive health benefits
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Education assistance
• Financial education and support, including DailyPay
• Expanded Paid Parental Leave

For additional details: Benefits & Incentives | WellSpan Careers (joinwellspan.org)