Radiation Therapist

We have a critical full-time position available with one of our esteemed clients that requires immediate attention. The onboarding process is being expedited, and upon successful placement, you will be eligible for 7% of the total annual salary. Your prompt assistance in this matter would be greatly appreciated.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiation Therapy Technology

Licenses/Certifications:

Certified Radiation Therapist by the American Registry of Radiation Therapy 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 Required

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• 1-2 years experience in Radiation Therapy
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• 3-5 years Radiation Therapy experience

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

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• Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients in conjunction with others in order to perform job functions.
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• Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of “we advance health” through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion.

Principal Accountabilities

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• Simulates treatment set-ups according to physician instruction.
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• Performs dosimetric calculations under the supervision of a physicist or dosimetrist, using either manual or computerized dose calculations.
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• Accurately delivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy.
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• Assists in Brach therapy procedures.
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• Warms up treatment machines/simulator and checks all safety and operational procedures; reports any erratic operation to the physicist.
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• Checks the laser positioning to ensure proper alignment.
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• Verifies dose through barometer and thermometer measurements; reports any discrepancies to physicist.
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• 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.
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• 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.
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• Other duties as assigned.