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*JOB SUMMARY* *Hours: *7:30 - 4 pm (most Tuesdays and Thursdays unless patient volumes are low, would also cover when one of the full time therapists takes time off. Normally it would be about 16 hours a week. The Radiation Therapist, under the general supervision of a Radiation Oncologist, performs radiation therapy procedures on ambulatory and hospital patients as requested by a physician or other licensed provider for the diagnosis of disease and injury in accordance with established protocols. *ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE* * Performs high-quality radiation therapy procedures, according to exam protocol, in a timely manner. * Maintains production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards and procedures. * Utilizes AIDET when communicating with patients to identify patient service requirements, ensure the correct exam is performed on the correct patient, and establish rapport with patients and others. * Instructs and communicates with patients and their families regarding the test to be performed and assesses patient's ability to tolerate the exam. * Prepares patient and area for the procedure by positioning patient, adjusting immobilization devices, moving equipment into specified position, and adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors. * Protects patients and employees by adhering to safety requirements, infection control, drug and radiation policies, protocols, and techniques. * Uses proper sterile techniques when setting up and performing invasive multimodality procedures and maintains hand hygiene requirements. * Maintains equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards. * Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal operational capabilities of the equipment. Reports issues to management or the appropriate department. * Assists in maintaining supplies inventory. * Ensures people are safe to enter the department by screening them according to approved policies and procedures. * Obtains, verifies, and maintains all relevant documentation such as requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy status, and shielding precautions taken, consent forms, policies, procedures, etc. * Maintains medical imaging records in the appropriate system and according to department policies and standards for interpretation in a timely manner. *KEY SUCCESS FACTORS* * Able to perform high-quality radiation therapy procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner. * Able to explain the procedure and put patients at ease. * Able to provide services in a timely, accurate, and cost-efficient manner in compliance with established System and regulatory standards, policies, and procedures. * Able to perform tasks alone without the need for routine oversight. * Able to maintain a calm and helpful attitude, even under times of stress, and take appropriate and reasonable steps to resolve issues. * Able to effectively administer first aid and use the emergency cart. * Able to ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times, providing courteous service, remaining professional, reviewing patient satisfaction scores, and developing action plans when required. * Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge, continued education, and skills appropriate care for the following age groups (specific to department): newborn, pediatric, young adult, adult, and geriatric. * Able to serve as a preceptor by providing quality training to new team members and on new services and initiatives. * Able to take calls, if required. *BENEFITS* Our competitive benefits package includes the following * Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits * 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% * Tuition Reimbursement * PTO accrual beginning Day 1 Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level *QUALIFICATIONS* * CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - ARRT-T Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T): Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T).