Radiation Therapist
Little River, SC
Assured Nursing
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

The Radiation Therapist is
responsible for administering therapeutic doses of ionizing radiation; using advanced
level linear accelerators, Tomotherapy treatment units, or proton therapy
units; recording and verifying treatment software; as well as simulating
patients in accordance with prescription and instruction of radiation
oncologists.Maintains a
professional image and exhibits excellent customer relations to patients,
visitors, physicians, and co-workers in accordance with our Service Excellence
Standards and Core Values. Administer daily
prescribed doses for radiation therapy treatments. Adhere to standard work.Follow principles of
radiation protection for patient, self and others and utilize appropriate
health and safety equipment to protect both patient and staff.Position patients for
treatment with accuracy according to prescription.Educate, prepare and
reassure patients and their families by answering questions, providing physical
assistance, and reinforcing physicians advice regarding treatment reactions
and post-treatment care.Fosters an environment that
demonstrates caring, compassion, and respect for all patients, families and
visitors.Contributes to the training
of radiation therapy students.Demonstrates continued
professional growth through setting goals and participating in educational
offerings.Other duties as assigned