Employment Type:
EmployeeEmployment Classification:
Per DiemTime Type:
Part timeWork Shift:
1st Shift (United States of America)Total Weekly Hours:
0Location:
Washington - 239 Hurffville-CrossKeys RoadSewell, NJAdditional Locations:
Job Information:
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; to include 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.
* Appropriately and accurately documents in 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 or physician.
* Reviews each chart for accurate documentation and for changes in prescription, written orders, or patient setup parameters. Perform time-out procedure before initiating all treatments and or simulations.
* Schedules patients according to department guidelines in Mosaiq.
* Maintains the appearance of the treatment room and CT Simulation room throughout the day by keeping the room neat and orderly.
* Participates in on-call rotation.
* Has basic knowledge of billing procedures.
* Performs basic dosimetry calculations.
Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required:
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.