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Radiation Therapist - Full Time Days
full-timeFredericksburg

Summary

Location

Fredericksburg

Type

full-time

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About this role

Start the day excited to make a difference…end the day knowing you did.  Come join our team.

Job Summary:

This position is accountable to deliver accurate radiation therapy treatments to Mary Washington Hospital Radiation Oncology (MWHRO) and Stafford Hospital Radiation Oncology (SHRO) patients in accordance with the Radiation Oncologist’s prescription and instructions, and to assist the Radiation Oncologist in all simulation and treatment planning functions as required.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

  • Administers radiation treatments to patients per Radiation Oncologist’s orders, with minimal supervision, to provide quality patient care.
  • Provides thorough and accurate documentation of set-up instructions and treatment parameters and records each day’s treatments in ARIA.
  • Participates in Quality Assessment and Improvement Program and adheres to departmental policies and procedures to ensure effective departmental operations and quality patient care.
  • Performs all treatment related activities including patient transport, scheduling, record keeping, charge capture, chart checks, portal verification, and equipment warm-up/QA checks, as required.
  • Performs CT simulations of patients and treatment planning functions.
  • This includes, but is not limited to obtaining measurements, performing calculations, constructing shielding and treatment devices to facilitate safe, effective treatment of patients.
  • Assists physician and physicist with ACCUBOOST brachytherapy treatment delivery.
  • Maintains adequate inventory of supplies and materials to ensure stock is never exhausted; keeps assigned area fully stocked with clean, fresh supplies.
  • Maintains neat and clean work space while observing proper safety precautions and disposing of infectious or hazardous materials in a way that ensures compliance with OSHA and other regulatory agencies.
  • Adheres to radiation safety practices for patients, personnel, and self, including shielding when appropriate.
  • Reports equipment malfunctions and/or erratic operations to Lead Radiation Therapist or Physicist immediately.
  • Responsible for clinical instruction of Radiology Students from MWH School of Radiologic Technology Program and VCU Radiation Therapy Students.
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

  • Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy Technology program.
  • Registered with the ARRT or equivalent certifying organization or board eligible.
  • AHA BLS Provider CPR required at hire
  • One to two year’s relevant clinical experience preferred.

As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.

Other facts

Tech stack
Radiation Therapy,Patient Care,Documentation,Quality Assessment,CT Simulations,Treatment Planning,Inventory Management,Safety Practices,Equipment Maintenance,Clinical Instruction

About Mary Washington Healthcare

From our humble roots, Mary Washington Healthcare is an award-winning, non-profit healthcare system in Fredericksburg, Virginia that has grown with its community in the past 125+ years. Today, we are made up of two hospitals, four emergency departments, and over 80 outpatient healthcare facilities and wellness services. Community leaders volunteer on our Board of Trustees in order to guide the continued growth and direction of our healthcare system.

Interested in joining our team? Visit https://mwhccareers.com to search jobs, or email [email protected].

Team size: 1,001-5,000 employees
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Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
Founding Year: 1899

What you'll do

  • The Radiation Therapist is responsible for delivering accurate radiation therapy treatments and assisting in simulation and treatment planning. They also maintain documentation, participate in quality improvement programs, and ensure safety and compliance.

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What does a Radiation Therapist - Full Time Days do at Mary Washington Healthcare?

As a Radiation Therapist - Full Time Days at Mary Washington Healthcare, you will: the Radiation Therapist is responsible for delivering accurate radiation therapy treatments and assisting in simulation and treatment planning. They also maintain documentation, participate in quality improvement programs, and ensure safety and compliance..

Why join Mary Washington Healthcare as a Radiation Therapist - Full Time Days?

Mary Washington Healthcare is a leading Hospitals and Health Care company.

Is the Radiation Therapist - Full Time Days position at Mary Washington Healthcare remote?

The Radiation Therapist - Full Time Days position at Mary Washington Healthcare is based in Fredericksburg, Virginia, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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