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Duties: Staff radiation therapist is responsible for delivering ionizing radiation therapy treatments as determined by the Radiation Oncologist.. radiation oncologist and established practices and policies of the department.. Follows principles of radiation protection for patient, self and others.. ARRT registration in radiation therapy. Continuing education in radiation therapy field and must continue to hold ARRT registry.

radiation therapist

Job Details: Job Title: Radiation Therapist Location: Minneapolis, MN 55454 Shift/Schedule: M-F 7:30 to 4PM (give or take slightly depending on volumes), Could float to West bank on occasion , May start date is firm. Travel Rate: $65-$75/Hr. Travel Holiday Rate: $103-$113/Hr. Local Rate: $53-$63/Hr. Local Holiday Rate: $84-$94/Hr. Hours Per Week: 40 Hours Per Day: 8 Days Per Week: 5 Start Date: 05/22/2023 Est. End Date: 08/20/2023 Duties: Staff radiation therapist is responsible for delivering ionizing radiation therapy treatments as determined by the Radiation Oncologist. Administers prescribed doses of radiation to specific body parts, using radiation therapy equipment according to established practices and standards. Prepares and constructs equipment such as immobilization devices as needed or prescribed by the physician. Prepares and keeps stock of the treatment rooms. Under the direction of the manager may assume additional therapist responsibilities. Patient Treatment Management <ul><li>Continuously acts in the best interest of the patient under departmental guidelines</li><li>Verifies correct patient prior to each procedure</li><li>Delivers precise and efficient ionizing radiation treatment to the patient as prescribed by the</li><li>radiation oncologist and established practices and policies of the department.</li><li>Prepares and educates patients and families for simulation and treatment</li><li>Schedules patients for treatment courses and notify appropriate individuals, including if need</li><li>be other departments</li><li>Provides physical support while patients are under the supervision of the radiation therapist</li><li>Observes and reassures patients during treatment and report unusual reactions to physician</li><li>or turn equipment off if unexpected adverse reactions occur.</li><li>Records all treatment deliveries in patient's electronic medical record. Maintains patient</li><li>treatment record and quality checklist.</li><li>Takes all necessary photos of the patient for the permanent treatment record</li><li>Reports and files a report of any treatment errors to the physics department and radiation</li><li>oncologist</li><li>Acts as liaison within the department to proper communication.</li><li>Follows principles of ALRA at all times within the radiation therapy department</li><li>Notifies patients of delay in treatment due to machine malfunction</li><li>Performs weekly chart checks and audits billing charges.</li><li>Maintains and develops the treatment schedule with patients. </li></ul>Radiation Therapy Equipment Management <ul><li>Follows established procedures to operate linear accelerator and accessories, block</li><li>fabrication, related EMR's.</li><li>Performs basic dosimetric calculations</li><li>Accesses radiation therapy equipment for malfunction and reports them as necessary</li><li>Checks radiation therapy equipment to ensure proper operation.</li><li>Follows principles of radiation protection for patient, self and others.</li><li>Trains students of radiation therapy. </li></ul>Skills: Radiation Therapy Technology <ul><li>Administers prescribed doses of radiation to specific body parts, using radiation therapy</li><li>equipment according to established practices and standards</li><li>Prepares and constructs equipment such as immobilization devices as needed or prescribed</li><li>by the physician. Prepares and keeps stock of the simulation and treatment rooms.</li><li>Reviews and practices all policies and procedures within the department.</li><li>Operates specified equipment within the radiation therapy department. Records and verifies</li><li>computer system, and IGRT and Portal vision system.</li><li>Positions patients for treatment with accuracy according to prescription. Reviews</li><li>prescription, diagnosis, patient chart, and identification of patient.</li><li>Takes all necessary photos of the patient including identification and setup. Enters and</li><li>maintains data in the record and verify computer system, including the scheduling of</li><li>patients.</li><li>Helps physicians, physicists and dosimetrists to prepare physical and technical aspects of</li><li>radiation treatment plans, using information about patient condition and anatomy.</li><li>Performs and delivers TBI treatments per therapy protocol. </li></ul>Performs other duties including Performance Goals developed by manager and employee and reported in the employee's Performance Review as part of UMPhysicians' Performance Management tools <ul><li>Develops and maintains critical competencies listed in this job description and the competencies drop down list in the employee's online performance management tool. </li></ul>Universal Competencies Commitment to Patient Centered Care <ul><li>Always puts patient/customer needs first.</li><li>Demonstrates awareness of different patient/customer needs and</li><li>desires, and adjusts approach to provide care, including those related to</li><li>cultural orientation, race, primary language, age, size, gender, gender</li><li>identity, physical capability, sexual orientation, spiritual belief, change in</li><li>scope/complexity of patients, etc..</li><li>Helps improve processes to meet customer/patient needs and desires.</li><li>Respects confidentiality and shares information with only those that</li><li>need to know. </li></ul>Follows and Supports Code of Conduct <ul><li>Supports UMPhysicians' values of Service, Innovation and Respect.</li><li>Contributes to an ethical work environment by demonstrating respect for</li><li>the law and for each other.</li><li>Maintains a welcoming work environment that is physically and</li><li>emotionally safe and free from discrimination and harassment.</li><li>Reports illegal or unethical conduct or suspected violations of</li><li>UMPhysicians policy or Code of Conduct.</li><li>Models integrity in patient care, business and regulatory compliance.</li><li>Maintains the integrity and strict confidentiality of patient records and</li><li>UMPhysicians business information. </li></ul>Education: Contd From Skills: Commitment to Operational Excellence <ul><li>Understands and supports mission and vision of UMPhysicians.</li><li>Promotes positive work environment and employee recognition.</li><li>Demonstrates interpersonal values of compassion, respect, teamwork</li><li>and diversity.</li><li>Demonstrates pursuit of innovation and excellence using inquiry and</li><li>mentorship </li></ul>Required: <ul><li>ARRT registration in radiation therapy</li><li>Continuing education in radiation therapy field and must continue to hold ARRT registry. </li><li>BLS certification and possess the ability to perform CPR if needed in a medical emergency. </li></ul>Education: <ul><li>Successful radiation therapy internship.</li><li>Excellent patient relations skills required. Strong technical/computer usage skills. </li><li>Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. </li></ul>Skills: Required <ul><li>ARRT </li></ul>Languages: English( Speak , Read , Write )

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