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Job description
Radiation Therapist
Under the direct supervision of registered Radiation Therapists, administers radiation treatments to patients, as prescribed by the physician, utilizing specialized equipment including Linear Accelerators and Computed Tomography.
Radiation Therapists are responsible for administering radiation therapy by exposing specific areas of the patient's body to prescribed doses of radiation.
Prepares and positions patients and selects anatomic parameters accurately.
Delivers appropriate patient treatment plan in collaboration with physician and dosimetrist.
Maintains detailed records of all therapy sessions.
Maintains and adjusts necessary equipment, including linear accelerator.
Positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately.
Ensures all activities comply with regulatory agency standards.
Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
Assists in maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department.
Education/Experience Required:
High School Diploma or equivalent. Enrolled in a two-year college or technical school degree program in Radiation Therapy is required.
OR
Associate's degree/Technical degree OR
4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Graduate of an accredited school of radiation therapy
Varian/ARIA experienced preferred
Certifications/Licensures Required:
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiation Therapy credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.
Medical Sonographer credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.
ARRT Credentialed
Worksite address
clinton, MI, 48305, US
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