Radiation Therapist - FT - Days - MCI - MHW - Pines Blvd
Company: Memorial Healthcare System
Location: Pembroke Pines
Posted on: September 3, 2024
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Job Description:
Location:Pembroke Pines, FloridaAt Memorial, we are dedicated to
improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life
for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to
our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the
foundation of The Memorial Experience.Summary:Under the general
direction of the Chief Therapist, the Radiation Therapist
contributes to the organizational plan of the Radiation Oncology
Unit, to the quality of patient care and supports the institutional
philosophy. The Radiation Therapist is technically competent at the
entry level and interacts with other areas of the department.
Applies ionizing radiation to the patient, as instructed and
prescribed by the physician according to departmental standards,
state guidelines, and Memorial Healthcare System's policy and
procedures. As designated, acts as a Charge Therapist and
coordinates technical activities and acts as the point person in
the absence of the Chief Therapist.Responsibilities:Prepares room
and equipment properly for each treatment. Performs imaging (CBCT,
KV, MV, respiratory gating) as ordered, to position patient.
Analyzes results, identifies issues and takes appropriate action
including repositioning patient and repeating procedure to deliver
therapy according to treatment plan.Reviews physician's orders and
radiation therapy treatment plan. Educates patient regarding
procedures to ensure patient's understanding. Assists patient and
family with any problems or concerns and to refers to proper
resource personnel. Identifies and reports potential liabilities
and risks management to Chief Therapist.Serves as resource to
radiation therapy students by role modeling professional behaviors,
instructing, assessing, and evaluating. Stocks and stores
appropriate supplies in technical areas. Informs Chief Therapists
when supplies are needed. Completes monthly department data logs as
assigned. Performs other duties as assigned.Manages patient
scheduling in a technical area including simulations, field
verifications, daily treatments, and cone-downs to avoid delays and
or interruptions.Performs CT-Sim procedures and documents
accurately. Executes simulations in accordance with department
policies and procedures. Prepares room and equipment properly for
each simulation and monitors patient. Performs special procedures
(4D CT Respiratory Gating, HDR, TBI, SRS, SBRT, Oral and IV
Contrast, Urethrogram) and monitors patient for adverse reactions
and quickly seeks assistance of a nurse or physician. Completes
treatment documentation.Manages patient documentation in Aria for
team communication, charge capture and billing reconciliation.
Prepares the treatment record information for setup and treatment.
Accurately performs weekly chart checks and QA audits at end of
treatment through Encounters in Aria EMR. Accurately captures and
reviews charges for treatment and simulation
procedures.Collaborates with Physicians, Physicists, Dosimetrist,
Chief Radiation Therapist in simulation or clinical setup process.
Presents set up questions and solutions while utilizing Crew
Resource Management Principles and Practices. Observes all
established radiation safety measures (ALARA).Performs appropriate
quality control warm-up procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots,
resolves, and reports equipment malfunctions to chain of
command.Participates in scheduled rotations in all department
equipment, serves as emergency on call therapist, and as needed,
rotates between both Radiation Oncology departments. Maintains
flexibility and assumes all other additional responsibilities as
assigned.Competencies:ACCOUNTABILITY, CLINICAL POLICIES AND
STANDARDS, CUSTOMER SERVICE, PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE,
PATIENT ASSESSMENT / CARE, PATIENT RIGHTS, PATIENT SAFETY -
ANCILLARY/SUPPORT, RADIATION TREATMENT ADMINISTRATION, RESPONDING
TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOREducation and Certification
Requirements:Accredited Program: Radiation Therapy (Required),
Associates: Radiation Therapy (Required)ARRT_American Registry of
Radiology Tech (ARRT) - American Registry of Radiologic
Technologists (ARRT), BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) -
American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Cert American
Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN
HEART), BLS Certification Grace (BLS GRACE) - Employee Grace Period
for Essential Credential (GRACE), BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC) - Red
Cross (RED CROSS), Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT LICENSE)
- State of Florida (FL)Additional Job Information:Complexity of
Work: This role requires critical thinking skills, effective
communication, decisive judgment, and the ability to build and
foster positive, teamwork relationships. Must be able to lead
others and take appropriate action when required.Required Work
Experience: No prior work experience required.Other Information: It
is expected that the radiation therapist will meet all initial
performance competency standards for this position within a
one-year period.Additional Education Info: Associates in Radiation
Therapy or Radiologic Sciences with Radiation Therapy
Certification.Additional Credential Info: ARRT Registered
Technologist- Radiation Therapy or ARRT Board Eligible and must
pass within one (1) month of starting the position.Working
Conditions and Physical Requirements:
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