Radiation Therapist Job at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital(WDH)
Radiation Therapist
- (3240110)At Wentworth-Douglass, we value people who contribute to patient-centered care that enhances community health; we recognize and reward those who share our values and transform our patients' lives. We invite you to explore opportunities, cultivate community wellness and professional growth.
1. Overall patient care
a. Utilizes patient photo ID and confirms patients full name, date of birth and site we are treating to correctly identify patients. Completes EMR Time Out Assessment.
b. Transports patients properly and comfortably, keeping in mind the different needs of individual patients.
c. Maintains visual and audible communication with patient during treatment.
d. Reinforces recommendations given to patients by physicians, nurses, dietary etc.
e. Notifies patient and appropriate staff when diagnostic, lab or planning studies are needed.
f. Assures a calm and supportive environment for patients and their family members.
2. Mosaiq
. Maintains up-to-date schedule.
a. Compares Mosaiq EMR data to the treatment plan and reports any discrepancies to Chief Therapist or physicist.
b. Schedules patient for all appts and indicates proper status and charge code.
c. Creates treatment calendar.
d. Accurately bills patients for daily treatments and other procedures.
3. Delivers Radiation Prescriptions
. Reviews EMR treatment chart, treatment plan, DRR'S, and blocks/MLC's prior to first treatment.
a. Delivers prescribed planned course of radiation therapy accurately.
b. Records patient treatment in Mosaiq
c. Images patient according to departmental policy.
d. Follows through on any port film adjustments made by physician and records them in set up instructions.
e. Verifies TSD's or uses image guidance to verify patient set up.
4. Simulation Rotation
. Rotates through the simulator on a regular basis.
a. Completes CT simulation s independently under the guidance of a physician.
b. Tattoos patient for treatment setup.
c. Verifies necessary images are in the EMR.
d. Anticipates and makes use of immobilization devices.
e. Follows physician's prescription and direction.
f. Associates and labels simulation films using accurate and appropriate information.
g. Schedules appointments and explains upcoming appointments to patients and family members.
h. Coordinates with other disciplines (e.g., Dosimetry, Physics, Care Van, Nurses), as needed.
i. Evaluates physician's prescription for completeness.
j. Complete EMR setup instructions with accurate and appropriate information including special instructions, when required.
k. Can take images with C-arm and export them to Mosaiq.
l. Reviews sim order for completeness, verifies consent signed, dated and timed by patient and doctor. Scan consent and sim order into the EMR.
m. Manage QCL items.
n. Fabricate electron cutouts and poured blocks. Scan electron template into the EMR.
o. Able to use RPM software and complete a breath old sim.
p. Keeps CT room stocked with appropriate supplies
5. Student rotations
. Provides a calm and supportive environment for learning.
a. Orients students to department set-up and structure.
b. Explains major parts of the EMR.
c. Monitors students during in-room set-up.
d. Monitors students at the treatment console.
e. Instructs students on portal imaging and evaluation.
f. Provides instruction and guidance.
g. Observe and evaluate for competencies.
h. Complete necessary evaluations
6. General RTT Duties
. Takes port films using beamview, sends images to viewstation and associates correctly.
a. Takes portfilms use Kodak CR system, sends images to viewstation and associates correctly.
b. Takes call on a rotating basis for weekend and holiday coverage under the direction of a Radiation Oncologist.
c. Ensures routine cleaning and preventative maintenance for continued functioning of equipment.
d. Responsible for quality control in assigned area.
e. Exercises care in the use and operation of equipment.
f. Keeps rooms stocked with appropriate supplies.
g. Delivers PBI treatment
h. Delivers Vaginal Cylinder treatment
i. Delivers SRS/SBRT Treatment
j. Utilizes RPM gating for Breath hold treatment
Experience Minimum Required
- Graduate of an approved ARRT Radiation Therapy Program.
- Registry eligible
Education Minimum Required
- Graduate of an approved ARRT Radiation Therapy Program.
Licensure and/or Certifications Required
- NH State Medical Imaging License by March 30, 2019
- AHA BLS, ARRT w/in 12 mos
- The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Primary Location NH-Dover-WDH Main Hospital
Work Locations WDH Main Hospital 789 Central Ave Dover 03820
Job Radiation Therapy/Dosimetry
Organization Wentworth-Douglass Hospital(WDH)
Schedule Per Diem
Standard Hours 1
Shift Day Job
Employee Status Limited Term / Per Diem
Recruiting Department WDH Seacoast Cancer Center
Job Posting Apr 11, 2023
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