Radiation Therapist

• RRT license with three to five years related experience, and NYS license
• Must successfully pass pre-employment health clearance

Qualifications

• AAS or AMA certified program
• RRT license with three to five years related experience, and NYS license
• Must successfully pass pre-employment health clearance

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the delivery of radiation therapy to patients as prescribed and under the regulations of the National Cancer Institute
• Incumbents must have in-depth knowledge of high-voltage, state-of-the- art radiation therapy equipment with safety standards and to properly maintain same
• Coordinates patient appointments; interprets prescription and delivers radiation to patient in accordance with physician's instructions
• Prepares and operates all types of radiotherapy equipment, (i.e. Co-60, Linear Accelerator, Simulator, etc.)
• Takes radiographic film to confirm treatment volume
• Performs pre- treatment duties by operating the Simulator, for localization of tumor size and position
• Taking the contour and collecting all physical factors for the treatment plan
• Taking photographs of patients for portal verification
• Assuming responsibility for providing all safety measures for patients
• Recognizing all types of radiation reactions and for providing proper care and instructions to patients
• Assumes responsibility for compliance to departmental and regulatory policies and procedures
• Recording and maintaining treatment records and port films
• Participates in the department's in-service and educational programs
• Coordinates departmental and in-patient activities to provide proper patient care