Radiation Therapist

US Urology Partners
US - Ohio - Gahanna
June 26, 2024

About the Role

Under the direction of the Clinical Supervisor, apply high quality radiation treatments to the patient in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the Radiation Oncologist.

What You'll Be Doing

Checks prescriptions, diagnoses, electronic charts and patient identifications.
Explains procedures to patient and advises patient regarding reactions to treatment.
Prepares room and equipment, including immobilization devices and radiation accessories, for each patient according to prescription.
Transfers patients safely to treatment couch, giving special care to catheters, IV's, etc.

Performs all imaging as prescribed and documents according to office policy. Follows all mandated supervision requirements.
Delivers accurately the prescribed planned course of radiation therapy under the general supervision of the Radiation Oncologist and Radiation Administrator.
Maintains visual and audio communication with patient receiving treatment at all times.
Accurately and neatly maintains patient markings and all documentation regarding setup requirements.
Observes patient for any unusual reactions or symptoms requiring medical intervention and reports these issues to nursing and/or the radiation oncologist.

Observes radiation safety guidelines at all times for patient and personnel. Always follow ALARA principles.
Prepares immobilization devices and performs simulations and treatment planning scans as requested by the radiation oncologist. Completes all documentation associated with these procedures.
Assists in dosimetry as needed, importing treatment planning scans, contouring, and double checking of monitor unit calculations.
Attends chart rounds as rotation requires.
Performs all daily warm-up and quality assurance procedures. Reports any results outside of required ranges.

Secures and maintains supplies.
Reports any faults reported on the linear accelerator to Varian and radiation oncologist/radiation administer. Maintain log of all reported issues.
Ensures the safe handling, storage and disposal of hazardous materials.
Submits proper documents to billing to ensure timely billing. Accurately reviews summary of patient's charges.
Responsible for ensuring the safety of the patient throughout the course of the procedure.

Participates and collaborates in accreditations and special projects of SRO as required.
May be asked to participate in development of SRO polices and procedures.
Maintains compliance with all governmental and regulatory requirements.
Responsible for completing, in a timely manner, all mandated training and in-services, including but not limited to annual OSHA training and PPD placements.
Maintains licensure and completes all continuing education requirements.

Maintains a high level of patient confidentiality.
Performs all other duties as assigned.

What We Expect from You

Graduate from an accredited Radiologic Therapy Technology program with a current or eligible certificate of registry from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have thorough knowledge in computer information systems.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Travel

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.

What We are Offer You

At U.S. Urology Partners, we are guided by four core values. Every associate living the core values makes our company an amazing place to work. Here "Every Family Matters"

Compassion

Make Someone's Day
Collaboration

Achieve Possibilities Together
Respect

Treat people with dignity
Accountability

Do the right thing

Beyond competitive compensation, our well-rounded benefits package includes a range of comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, HSA / FSA, 401(k) matching, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and more.

About US Urology Partners

U.S. Urology Partners is one of the nation's largest independent providers of urology and related specialty services, including general urology, surgical procedures, advanced cancer treatment, and other ancillary services. Through Central Ohio Urology Group, Associated Medical Professionals of NY, Urology of Indiana, and Florida Urology Center, the U.S. Urology Partners clinical network now consists of more than 50 offices throughout the East Coast and Midwest, including a state-of-the-art, urology-specific ambulatory surgery center that is one of the first in the country to offer robotic surgery. U.S. Urology Partners was formed to support urology practices through an experienced team of healthcare executives and resources, while serving as a platform upon which NMS Capital is building a leading provider of urological services through an acquisition strategy.

U.S. Urology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, comp.

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