Radiation Therapist

Overview

Radiation Therapist – Houston, TX 77030
Salary: $88,000 to $124,000
Sign on Bonus: $1,500.00
Job type: Full time
Benefits: Yes

Responsibilities

• Simulates treatment set-ups according to physician instruction.
• Performs dosimetric calculations under the supervision of a physicist or dosimetrist, using either manual or computerized dose calculations.
• Accurately delivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy.
• Assists in brachytherapy procedures.
• Warms up treatment machines/simulator and checks all safety and operational procedures; reports any erratic operation to the physicist.
• Checks the laser positioning to ensure proper alignment.
• Verifies dose through barometer and thermometer measurements; reports any discrepancies to physicist.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiation Therapy Technology.
• Licenses/Certifications: Certified Radiation Therapist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-T), or temporary certification for recent graduates, up to 60 days post-graduation, and licensed by the Texas Department of Health (CMRT).
• Experience / Knowledge / Skills:
  • 1-2 years experience in Radiation Therapy
  • 3-5 years Radiation Therapy experience
  • Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients in conjunction with others in order to perform job functions.

Nice to Have

• 3+ years experience in Radiation Therapy