Hackensack Meridian Health
Radiation Therapist Level 1 - Full Time
Hackensack Meridian Health, Haddonfield, New Jersey, us, 08033
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Hackensack Meridian Health Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change. The Radiation Therapist is responsible for the delivery of ionizing radiation to treat patients in accordance with the Radiation Oncologists prescription and Simulation Instructions. Responsibilities
Responsible for the safe and effective execution of the prescribed course of radiation therapy treatment delivery and assessment of images and the performance of diagnostic and interventional procedures. Proficient in ARIA EMR. Ensure informed consent has been obtained before initiating simulation and verify consent before delivering initial treatment Escort patient into treatment room, properly position patient utilizing immobilization devices in accordance with Simulation Setup notes. Obtain and evaluate patient images, implement corrective measures as necessary. Successfully deliver appropriate treatment as prescribed by Radiation Oncologist. Accurately complete all documents required for charting in CT Sim and daily treatment in Aria. Prepare room and equipment ensuring a clean, safe, stocked work environment. Perform all QA and morning warm ups on Linac and CT Sim, OBI matches and isocenter matches, record energy outputs, warm-up CBCT, KV/MV imaging, MPC and 6 degree of freedom couch QA, laser QA. Perform pre-treatment chart checks prior to new patients starting. Routinely check and co-sign electronic charts. Demonstrates the ability to schedule, print schedules and work in Encounters. Simulates treatment portals per Radiation Oncologist instructions using the CT simulator for the purpose of treatment field localization and verification. Construct and mount individualized shielding blocks and electron cutouts with understanding of appropriate use and set up. Ability to operate and record Quality Assurance Procedures and Warm Up as determined by the department policies. Assists with care management activities consistent and in compliance with accreditation/regulatory bodies. Maintains timely execution of daily treatment appointment schedule in conjunction with patient transportation and patient care floors. Review and understand treatment plans prior to treatment delivery. Consistently maintains a clean, sanitized, organized, stocked functional treatment room and CT Sim work area. Follows the HRO standards and routinely practices proper cleaning and hand hygiene with every patient. Performs Daily 'Time Out ' with every patient encounter. Observes equipment for proper operation and reports any malfunctions to Leadership, Physicist and/or Radiation Safety Officer. Demonstrates full understanding of Treatment Machine 'Shut Down ' each evening. Assists in teaching Radiation Therapy to students during their clinical rotation, onboarding & mentoring all new RTT hires and per diem RTT team members. Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs. Educate patients about care before, during and after radiation treatments about skin care and diet. Communicates clear and concise information to patients and family regarding radiation. Clear understanding of Daily Billing and CPT codes. Follow all policies and procedures mandated by the Radiation Oncology Department and Hospital. Will actively participate in the on-call schedule as mandated / needed by the Department Leadership if applicable. Other duties and/or projects as assigned. Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior. Qualifications
High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs. Graduate from an approved Radiation Therapy Program. Education, Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Preferred
A minimum of 1 year of experience with Varian equipment / Truebeam / ARIA. True Beam and CT anatomy. Licenses And Certifications Required
Radiation Therapy License. American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certification - ARRT (T). HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. Minimum rate of $43.63 Hourly
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Radiation Therapist Level 1 - Full Time
role at
Hackensack Meridian Health Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change. The Radiation Therapist is responsible for the delivery of ionizing radiation to treat patients in accordance with the Radiation Oncologists prescription and Simulation Instructions. Responsibilities
Responsible for the safe and effective execution of the prescribed course of radiation therapy treatment delivery and assessment of images and the performance of diagnostic and interventional procedures. Proficient in ARIA EMR. Ensure informed consent has been obtained before initiating simulation and verify consent before delivering initial treatment Escort patient into treatment room, properly position patient utilizing immobilization devices in accordance with Simulation Setup notes. Obtain and evaluate patient images, implement corrective measures as necessary. Successfully deliver appropriate treatment as prescribed by Radiation Oncologist. Accurately complete all documents required for charting in CT Sim and daily treatment in Aria. Prepare room and equipment ensuring a clean, safe, stocked work environment. Perform all QA and morning warm ups on Linac and CT Sim, OBI matches and isocenter matches, record energy outputs, warm-up CBCT, KV/MV imaging, MPC and 6 degree of freedom couch QA, laser QA. Perform pre-treatment chart checks prior to new patients starting. Routinely check and co-sign electronic charts. Demonstrates the ability to schedule, print schedules and work in Encounters. Simulates treatment portals per Radiation Oncologist instructions using the CT simulator for the purpose of treatment field localization and verification. Construct and mount individualized shielding blocks and electron cutouts with understanding of appropriate use and set up. Ability to operate and record Quality Assurance Procedures and Warm Up as determined by the department policies. Assists with care management activities consistent and in compliance with accreditation/regulatory bodies. Maintains timely execution of daily treatment appointment schedule in conjunction with patient transportation and patient care floors. Review and understand treatment plans prior to treatment delivery. Consistently maintains a clean, sanitized, organized, stocked functional treatment room and CT Sim work area. Follows the HRO standards and routinely practices proper cleaning and hand hygiene with every patient. Performs Daily 'Time Out ' with every patient encounter. Observes equipment for proper operation and reports any malfunctions to Leadership, Physicist and/or Radiation Safety Officer. Demonstrates full understanding of Treatment Machine 'Shut Down ' each evening. Assists in teaching Radiation Therapy to students during their clinical rotation, onboarding & mentoring all new RTT hires and per diem RTT team members. Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs. Educate patients about care before, during and after radiation treatments about skin care and diet. Communicates clear and concise information to patients and family regarding radiation. Clear understanding of Daily Billing and CPT codes. Follow all policies and procedures mandated by the Radiation Oncology Department and Hospital. Will actively participate in the on-call schedule as mandated / needed by the Department Leadership if applicable. Other duties and/or projects as assigned. Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior. Qualifications
High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs. Graduate from an approved Radiation Therapy Program. Education, Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Preferred
A minimum of 1 year of experience with Varian equipment / Truebeam / ARIA. True Beam and CT anatomy. Licenses And Certifications Required
Radiation Therapy License. American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certification - ARRT (T). HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. Minimum rate of $43.63 Hourly
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