Radiation Therapist
Louisville, Kentucky
Norton Healthcare - 3991 Dutchman’s Lane
$2,528-2,743/weekTNAA TotalMed Allied will give you the best chance of placement for this opportunity
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Radiation Therapist
Location: Louisville, Kentucky
Employment Type: Clinical-Allied
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Summary
- Operate radiation therapy equipment and CT simulator with proficiency.
- Demonstrate proper positioning, radiation safety, infection control, and quality assurance techniques.
- Communicate treatment plans and techniques clearly to patients, families, peers, and physicians.
- Interpret and follow prescriptions and treatment plans accurately.
- Assist patients, families, peers, and physicians as needed.
- Some weekend call and patient transportation may be required.
- Maintain excellent communication skills and ensure quality of treatment.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure timely and precise treatments and simulations.
- Maintain treatment accuracy including dose records, positioning, and prescription changes.
- Verify physician approval and treatment consent before radiation delivery.
- Minimize patient exposure and perform accurate patient positioning and verification imaging.
- Utilize treatment devices appropriately (wedges, bolus, masks, vacloks, etc.).
- Maintain knowledge of equipment performance and report malfunctions.
- Perform daily output checks on equipment.
- Provide patient education on radiation therapy procedures.
- Meet continuing education requirements for ARRT renewal and annual competency criteria.
- Stay current with oncology treatments, techniques, and equipment.
- Improve efficiency, communication, and customer relations.
- Ensure proper charge capture and protect patient confidentiality.
- Coordinate patient treatment with dosimetry.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Radiation Therapist license in Kentucky
- Minimum 2 years of experience as a Radiation Therapist, including experience within the last year
- Associate's degree or certificate program in Radiation Therapy, Radiologic Technology, or a similar healthcare field
- ARRT certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Radiation Therapy or a similar healthcare field.
Additional Information
- Some weekend call may be required.
- Some patient transportation duties may be required.
Louisville, KY
About
Louisville is the largest city in Kentucky and the famous namesake of the Official Bat of Major League Baseball, the Louisville Slugger. It’s also well known as the host of the Kentucky Derby, the most prestigious American horse race. Many visitors note the city’s friendly hospitality, often called second to none. In fact, Louisville often ranks among the country's friendliest cities. It's where big-city amenities meet Southern charm with plenty of things to see and do. Take a stroll through Old Louisville, the third-largest National Preservation District in the U.S., ideal for lovers of architecture and history. Shopping is a treat, with everything from vintage to upscale shops and boutiques scattered throughout the city, and the dining scene is just as impressive and diverse. At Logan Street Market alone, over 30 local chefs, artisans and merchants offer a wide range of tasty eats and unique products.
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