Prepares examination room; explains procedures and assists patients in preparing for examination and treatment; reviews set-up of equipment, patient positioning, and dosage calculations for accuracy prior to administration of radiation treatments.
Assists Radiation Oncologist and Dosimetrist in the development of a treatment plan.
Ensures compliance with the principles of radiation protection for patient, self, and others.
Monitors patient condition during treatment; provides emotional support to patient.
Maintains detailed records of patient treatment such as radiation dosage, total amount used to date, area treated, equipment settings, and patient reactions.
Maintains a clean work area; checks and maintains equipment in safe and satisfactory working order; reports defects or deficiencies for adjustment and repair.
The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.
Physical and Environmental Demands
Time Type:
Full time
FLSA Designation/Job Exempt:
No
Pay Class:
Hourly
FTE %:
100
Work Shift:
Benefits Eligibility:
Grant Funded:
Job
Benefits
Health insurance
Additional Information
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Job Requisition ID:
R00049219
Job Category:
Allied Health
Organization:
Radiation Oncology-Radiation Therapists
Location/s:
Main Campus Jackson
Job Title:
Reg Radiation Therapist - Cancer Center - Radiology Oncology - FT
Job Summary:
To perform technical tasks associated with the localization of tumors and administration of radiation therapy to patients; operate X-ray imaging machine, perform computerized tomography or CT scan, and adjust linear accelerator during simulation phase; position patient and deliver prescribed dosage; record treatment administered on patient chart. This job profile may require call subject to the department's discretion.
Education & Experience
Graduate of a Radiation Therapy program accredited by a mechanism acceptable to the American Registry of Radiologic Technolog y (ARRT)
Certifications, Licenses or Registration Required : ARRT registration in Radiation Therapy; Mississippi registration; or board eligible and certified within 6 months.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of radiation protection and quality assurance, clinical concepts in Radiation Oncology, treatment planning, treatment delivery, and patient care and education.
Verbal and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills.
Ability to maintain accurate, detailed records. Ability to alleviate patient anxiety.
Ability to ensure compliance with radiation safety principles and/or infection control standards.
Ummc · Jackson, MS