Radiation Therapist Per Diem / Moorestown

Location and Schedule

• Location: Moorestown - 350 Young Ave.
• Remote Type: On-Site
• Employment Type: Employee
• Employment Classification: Per Diem
• Time Type: Part time
• Work Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
• Total Weekly Hours: 0
• Additional Locations:

Summary

Responsible for the simulation and delivery of radiation therapy treatments to patients, including specialized procedures such as stereotactic radiosurgery.

Position Responsibilities

• Delivers radiation therapy treatments to patients as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist. Works efficiently throughout the day to maintain department schedules.
• Performs CT simulations as directed by the Radiation Oncologist; includes fabrication of positioning and immobilization devices, tattooing and simple beam modification devices.
• Performs Daily Quality Assurance on both the Linear Accelerator and CT Simulator.
• Troubleshoots problems on linear accelerator and CT simulator and contacts vendor support as well as informing physicist and manager.
• Adequately documents in the electronic medical record and written medical record.
• Explains procedures to patients thoroughly and ensures understanding. Attentive to a patient\'s side effects and acts as liaison between patient, nurse and physician.
• Reviews each chart for accurate documentation and for changes in prescription, written orders, or patient setup parameters. Performs time-out procedure before initiating all treatments and/or simulations.
• Schedules patients according to department guidelines in EMR.
• Maintains the appearance of the treatment room and CT Simulation room throughout the day by keeping the room neat and orderly.
• Has basic knowledge of billing procedures.
• Performs basic dosimetry calculations.

Position Qualifications

• 1 year experience preferred.

Required Education

• Certificate of completion/degree from an Accredited Radiation Oncology Program.

Training/Certifications/Licensure

• ARRT accreditation in Radiation Therapy.
• NJ State license in Radiation Therapy.
• CPR certification.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $62.00
• Benefits include medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, life insurance and AD&D; tuition assistance; and an employee assistance program with free counseling sessions.