Radiation Therapist

Job overview

Radiation Therapist, onsite in Columbus, OH. Compensation is not specified. OhioHealth is a belief system focused on wellness and sickness. This role delivers radiation therapy treatments as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist. It prepares patients for a course of Radiation Therapy inclusive of simulation, dose calculations and acquiring of treatment parameters.

What you'll do

• Administers Radiation Therapy treatments on a daily basis.
• Maintains daily record of treatment, inclusive of daily dosages and calculations and other necessary treatment records.
• Performs simulations, acquires treatment parameters, patient contours and dose calculations.
• Therapists who are scheduled to work 80 hours per pay, may be required to be on-call for weekends and holidays on a rotating basis.
• Maintains patient schedules for In-Patients and Out-Patients communicates frequently with families and hospital personnel to maintain schedule coordination and accommodate patients as best as possible.
• Monitors patient Condition and progress on a daily basis. i.e., patient weighs, skin care, reaction, etc.
• Assists Radiation Oncologist in performance of Brachytherapy procedures. Oversees and directs clinical activities of Radiation Therapy Technology students. Provides clinical insight to Radiologic Technology students, nursing students, etc. as needed.
• Participates in Department Clinical QA activities, new patient conference, tumor board and QRM.

What we're looking for

Education

Associate's Degree: Radiologic Technology

Experience

Registered with the ARRT and licensed to practice in the State of Ohio, graduate of approved Radiation Therapy Technology Training Program.

Skills & competencies

radiation therapist

radiation oncology

therapy

full-time

columbus oh

ohiohealth

hospital

healthcare

on call required

brachytherapy

qa

monday-friday

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

About the employer

OhioHealth is hiring for this role. Industry: General Medical and Surgical Hospitals. Sector: 62.