Radiation Therapist Technologist

Job Description Summary

Administers radiation therapy by exposing specific areas of the patient's body to prescribed doses of radiation. Maintains patient charts, noting such information as the area treated, the radiation dosage, equipment control settings, the patient's reactions, and the total amount of radiation received to date. Consults with radiation oncologists and other clinical staff as needed.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000556 CHS - Oncology - Radiation (Main)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-28

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

The Radiation Therapist works under the direction of the Radiation Therapist II, Radiation Oncologist and Medical Physics team to carry out specialized procedure that focus on delivering high doses of radiation through the means of treatment catheters inserted into a specified body region. Apply ionizing radiation to the patient in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the Radiation Oncologist. Demonstrates a working knowledge of the special care required for patients of all age groups. Pre-treatment preparation of all cases; to include Daily Treatment, CT Simulation, Brachy Therapy, Total Skin Electron Treatments, Gamma Knife Treatments, Clinical Simulation, and Emergency Simulation. Accurate delivery of prescribed planned course of radiation.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Training and Education: Minimum 1 year of experience in Radiation Therapy preferred. Graduation from an accredited Radiation Therapy program and registry eligible with the ARRT. Once ARRT is obtained, licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association is required. CPR certification required. ARRT, SC State Licensure, CPR Certified.

Licensure/Certifications: CPR certification required. ARRT, SC State Licensure, CPR Certified.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

Physical Requirements: Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to perform ‘pinching’ operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift/lower objects 15 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift from 36 inches to overhead 15 lbs. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) (Selected Positions) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous) *Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) *(Selected Positions) *Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) *(Selected Positions) *Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. (Continuous) (Selected Positions)

Hollings Cancer Center at the Medical University of South Carolina treats adult, adolescent, and pediatric patients across the tri-cunty area facing cancer related diagnosis, helping the patient walk through their treatment process and wellbeing from both a mental and physical standpoint. We are NCI Designated and ACR Accredited facility with a focus on providing our patients with highest level of care.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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