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Proton Radiation Therapist – Second Shift
University of Arkansas System. Maintain vigilance in patient preparation, immobilization, alignment, image-guidance interpretation and beam delivery as prescribed by a radiation oncologist .
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Demonstrates expertise in radiation therapy procedures, including proton therapy and CT simulations, while ensuring compliance with departmental guidelines and physician orders. Proficient in patient management, treatment planning, and quality control of patient EMR.
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Radiation Therapy ProceduresProton Machine OperationCT SimulationsAmerican Registry of Radiologic Technologists RegistrationBLS Certification
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Hard Skills
Patient PreparationBeam DeliveryDose CalculationsImage-Guidance InterpretationTreatment Set-UpsMonitor Unit CalculationQuality Control ChecksEMR ManagementX-Ray Image ReviewProblem Investigation
Soft Skills
CommunicationTeam CollaborationPatient AssessmentTeaching and Monitoring
Tools & Technologies
Proton MachineRadiation Therapy TechnologyTreatment Simulator
Certifications & Qualifications
Radiation Therapist LicensureBLS Certification
Industry Keywords
Particle TherapyHealthcare EnvironmentClinical OperationsQuality AssurancePatient Management
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesRay
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Maintain vigilance in patient preparation, immobilization, alignment, image-guidance interpretation and beam delivery as prescribed by a radiation oncologist
- Review x-ray images and notify the clinical team of discrepant findings
- Operate and understand the proton machine and principles of particle therapy
- Communicate and work in tandem with the on-site engineering team provided by the device vendor
- Assist in decisions when managing system downtime and accommodate potential extended or make-up hours
- Perform CT simulations and QACTs appropriate for proton treatment and dose assessment
- Perform radiation therapy procedures according to physician's orders and departmental guidelines
- Determine and prepare treatment set-ups, calculate monitor units, and record patient treatment information in the EMR
- Perform dose calculations, chart checks, and routine consistency checks on the treatment machine and simulator
- Maintain daily patient EMR information, charges, schedules, and census
- Assess patient needs and treatment-related issues, recommend interventions, and act according to physician practices and departmental policies
- Investigate problems or unsatisfactory procedures and recommend solutions
- Schedule patients for daily treatments
- Maintain quality control of patient EMR and treatment parameters
- Maintain room cleanliness, linens, and treatment-room supplies
- Evaluate, teach, and monitor clinical and didactic education of radiation therapists, dosimetry, clinical residents, physics residents, and diagnostic students
- Work under the direct supervision of the Clinical Operations Director five days a week, subject to overtime, photon cross-coverage, and callback
Requirements
What you’ll need- Associate's degree in radiation therapy PLUS two (2) years of experience in a healthcare environment OR Bachelor's degree in radiation therapy
- Current registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists as a radiation therapist with an accredited program of radiation therapy technology
- Current Licensure as a Radiation Therapist with the Arkansas Department of Health
- Current BLS certification or must successfully obtain certification within the first 30 days of employment
- Must be able to or willing to learn how to review x-ray images with heightened demand for accuracy
- Must understand the intricacies of the proton machine
- Must have a deeper understanding of and training in principles of particle therapy
- Must be able to perform CT simulations and QACTs appropriate for proton treatment and dose assessment
- Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment
- Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing
Benefits
Comp & perks- Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
- Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
- Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
- Career Training and Educational Opportunities
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy