Radiation Therapist (Gainesville, VA)
Verified Pay | $50 - $60 per hour |
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Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
Location | Gainesville, Virginia |
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Job Description
Radiation Therapist
We are seeking a registered and licensed Radiation Therapist professional who will be responsible for providing radiation therapy to patients in accordance with the physicians prescription. You will be working in a dermatology office with patients and using a leading FDA cleared radiation therapy device that treats non-melanoma skin cancers, keloids, and a variety of other dermatological conditions.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Position patients for treatment with accuracy according to the prescription.
- Conduct most treatment sessions independently and under the general direction of the physician.
- Verify and administer prescribed doses of radiation to specific sites in accordance with the prescription defined by the Dermatologist.
- Prepare and construct custom protection devices for patient treatment.
- Enter data into the computer and set controls to operate and adjust equipment to regulate dosage in accordance to the prescription.
- Assist Dermatologist in localization and simulation and documentation of the lesions that will be treated.
- Photograph treatment areas of the patient and document them.
- Check for side effects of the skin such as skin irritation, erythema, blistering, moist desquamation, and report to the Dermatologist.
- Prepare, educate, and reassure patients and their families by answering questions, providing physical assistance and reinforcing physicians advice regarding treatment reactions and post-treatment care.
- Performs daily warm-up and QA of the machine prior to the start of treatments each day.
- Follow principles of radiation protection for the patient, yourself, and others.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have a current and active RTT Board Certification and be ARRT certified in Radiation Therapy R.T.
- Must be licensed by the state in which you will be working (additional state licenses will be covered at no cost to the candidate).
- Recent graduates to seasoned professional Radiation Therapist will be considered.
- Dermatology experience is a plus, but not required.
- Must have strong time management skills, excellent attendance and punctuality, and the ability to work as a team.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills with effective analysis and problem-solving skills.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. You must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.