Radiation Therapist
We usually respond within three days
Shift: M-F 7am-4pm or 8am - 5pm
Position is responsible for simulating treatment set-ups, performing dosimetric calculations, applying radiation therapy treatments and assisting with patient care management.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiation Therapy Technology.
License/Certification: Certified Radiation Therapist by the American Registry of Radiation Therapy Technologists (ARRT-T), and licensed by the Texas Department of Health (CMRT).
Experience / Knowledge / Skills:
- Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients in conjunction with others in order to perform job functions.
Principal Accountabilities
- Simulates treatment set-ups according to physician instruction.
- Performs dosimetric calculations under the supervision of a physicist or dosimetrist, using either manual or computerized dose calculations.
- Accurately delivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy.
- Assists in Brach therapy procedures.
- Warms up treatment machines/simulator and checks all safety and operational procedures; reports any erratic operation to the physicist.
- Checks the laser positioning to ensure proper alignment.
- Verifies dose through barometer and thermometer measurements; reports any discrepancies to physicist.
- Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
- Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
- Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences.
- Models our service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Job category
- Therapy
- Locations
- Houston, TX, USA
- Yearly salary
- $85,000 - $125,000
- Industry
- Hospitals and Health Care
- HQ
- Houston, Texas
- Company Size
- 10K+ employees
- Funding
- Grant - US$ 5M
About Medcruit
We are focused on revolutionizing HealthTech recruitment. Our mission is to bridge the gap between groundbreaking HealthTech companies and top-tier professionals who share the passion for advancing healthcare through technology. At Medcruit, we understand the unique challenges of the HealthTech industry and are committed to curating a talent pool that not only possesses the necessary skills but also shares the vision for a healthier and technologically advanced future.
Radiation Therapist
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