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Proton Therapist, Salary: $37.03 - $63.86/hour
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Join the only health system in Georgia with five Magnet®-designated organizations — four hospitals and the first ambulatory care facility in Georgia — and the rest “on the Magnet journey.” We'll fuel your professional journey with:
- Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1
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- And more
Our Radiation Oncology team is leading the way in shaping the future of health care. We unite to improve lives through innovation, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to achieving unparalleled excellence in patient care.
Proton Therapist, Salary: $37.03 - $63.86/hour
The grade and salary of the position are based on specific criteria met within the qualifications of relevant experience, skills, performance and internal equity. This position is eligible for shift differentials.
Description:Under the supervision of the Chief Radiation Therapist, the Radiation Therapist performs treatment and simulation procedures, as directed by the Radiation Oncologist.
- Perform radiation treatment and simulation procedures in accordance with the Radiation Oncologists instructions and departmental procedures.
- Prepare and/or administer IV and oral contrast.
- Perform POCT testing for pregnancy, and in preparation for IV contrast administration.
- Prepare treatment room and equipment for patient according to the prescription and simulation, including placement of immobilization devices, setting of treatment devices, verifying parameters and any protection devices.
- Explain procedure, including pre- and post-simulation or treatment.
- Acquires and analyzes digital radiographs of all treatment areas.
- Observes radiation safety measures for patient and personnel.
- Operate CT simulation unit, and supporting equipment; Power injector, gating, model construction equipment.
- May assist in special procedures including HDR; Stereotactic Radiosurgery and Implants.
- Perform initial set-up checks to facilitate daily set-up consistency, and confirm congruency between prescription, treatment site, treatment plan parameters, and other relevant information.
- Monitor patient visually and audibly during therapy procedure for any unusual reactions or events.
- Interface in a highly collaborative manner with all members of the patient's care team including: radiation oncologists, physicists, dosimetrists, nurses, social workers, administration and others.
- Schedule patients for treatment to optimize department efficiency and patient convenience.
- Reports changes in patient's condition or inappropriate response to treatment to Radiation Oncologist or Nurse.
- Assist with orientation and training of new or transfer staff to ensure competence in the functionality of all therapy related equipment.
- Support training and oversight of radiation therapy students within the guidelines of the program and the department.
- Ensure charges to patients for services rendered are accurately recorded.
- Complete daily QA process for CT scanner and Linear Accelerators.
- Records results and reports suboptimal performance of these systems to the Medical Physicist and other designated personnel.
- Submits SAFE or RO-ILS reports as needed.
- Provides patient care and/or support activities appropriate to all ages served, primarily adults ages 18-65 or geriatric patients ages overage 65.
- May also include care for infant age 0-1 year, child ages 1-12 years or adolescent 13-17 years.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Certificate or degree from an accredited Radiation Therapy Technology program.
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) certification, and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.
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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock , Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation , Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock , Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation , Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
