Radiation Therapist

ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE:                                        Radiation Therapist

REPORTS TO POSITION:        Radiation Therapy Supervisor

DEPARTMENT:                         Cancer Services-Radiation Therapy

DATE LAST REVIEWED:          2/26/18

OUR VISION:               Creating America’s healthiest community, together

OUR MISSION:            In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value

OUR VALUES:             Accountability, Caring and Teamwork

DEPARTMENTAL SUMMARY:

The cancer center at St. Charles Health System is a comprehensive cancer center that provides holistic care to our patients.  The cancer center provides chemotherapy, medical oncology, infusion services, radiation therapy, integrative medicine, nutrition, social work, survivorship and other supportive care treatments.  All of our staff support our patients in the various stages of their treatments. 

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Radiation Therapist accurately delivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy with minimal supervision.  Assists the physician and fellow caregivers in maintaining optimum care and treatment of the radiation therapy patient.  Works in conjunction with the staff to maintain efficient patient flow.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:

Accurately delivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy with minimal supervision.

Understands fully the function of the treatment machines/simulators and accessory equipment in order to utilize equipment to optimal capabilities.

May occasionally perform routine tumor localizations, simulations, and treatment planning procedures.

Prepares and maintains treatment record for an accurate record of patient’s daily treatments.

Observes the clinical progress of the patient and any unusual reactions and recognizes symptoms of developing complications during treatment.

Assures that safe and proper operation and maintenance of the treatment apparatus, techniques, and procedures are performed according to department policies.

Actively participates in the treatment evaluation sessions.

Responsible for submitting accurate therapy charges. 

Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects.

Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP- Lean) principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.

Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests.

Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality.  Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organization’s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.

Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate. 

May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.

EDUCATION             

Required:   Must have completed a 24-month course in Radiologic Technology, be registered by the ARRT, and have completed a 12-month course in Radiation Therapy Technology, or be a high school graduate who has completed a 24-month course in an approved school of Radiation Therapy. 

Preferred: N/A

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:

Required: Must be registered in Radiation Therapy Technology by the ARRT or be qualified by such registry by reciprocity through registry membership with equivalent organization and be a holder of a current license by state or national authority.

AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification.
Preferred: N/A

EXPERIENCE:

Required: Ability to work well with sick and/or terminally ill patients and their families.  

Preferred: One year prior experience.  

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Continually (75% or more): Standing, walking, keyboard operation, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level.

Frequently (50%): Sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling 1-25 pounds. Operation of motor vehicle for Home Health and Wound Caregivers

Occasionally (25%): Bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, Climbing ladder/step-stool* (*varies by area), reaching overhead, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds, grasping/squeezing, whispered speech level

Rarely (10%): Climbing stairs

Never (0%): operation of motor vehicle

Exposure to Elemental Factors

Rarely (10%): Wet/Slippery Area, chemical solution

Never (0%): Heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, uneven surface.

Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category

Risk for Exposure to BBP

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