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Overview
The Radiation Therapist is responsible for administering radiation therapy to patients under direction of Chief Radiation Therapist and Radiation Oncology medical staff. Job Title
Radiation Therapist Requisition Number
40029 Employment Type
Full Time Division
COMMUNITY HEALTH Compensation Type
Hourly Job Category
Patient Care Support Hours Worked
Mon-Fri 7A-5P Hours May Vary Location
Oncology & Infusion Center 1450 8th Avenue, Fort Worth, Texas 76104, United States Shift Worked
Day Job Description
Description:
The Radiation Therapist is responsible for administering radiation therapy to Patients under direction of Chief Radiation Therapist and Radiation Oncology medical staff. Typical Duties
Performs tumor localization procedures creating shells and molds, etc. Performs daily linear accelerator warm-up procedures. Checks photon beam and all electron beams for consistency. Checks physics components for accuracy of beam alignment. Delivers accurately the prescribed planned course of radiation therapy. Observes Patients for unusual reactions and events. Prepares Radiation Oncology treatment blocks and molds for patient treatment. Transfers patients from wheelchairs and gurneys to linac/CT simulator couches. Participates in the PI process. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
High School diploma, GED or equivalent. Graduate from an accredited radiation therapy program. Will consider graduate therapist dependent on residency experience. Preferred Education and Experience:
2 plus years of experience as a Staff Radiation Therapist in Radiation Oncology Department or Center. Required Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training:
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (A.R.R.T.) registry. Location Details
Oncology & Infusion Center 1450 8th Avenue, Fort Worth, TX 76104, United States Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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The Radiation Therapist is responsible for administering radiation therapy to patients under direction of Chief Radiation Therapist and Radiation Oncology medical staff. Job Title
Radiation Therapist Requisition Number
40029 Employment Type
Full Time Division
COMMUNITY HEALTH Compensation Type
Hourly Job Category
Patient Care Support Hours Worked
Mon-Fri 7A-5P Hours May Vary Location
Oncology & Infusion Center 1450 8th Avenue, Fort Worth, Texas 76104, United States Shift Worked
Day Job Description
Description:
The Radiation Therapist is responsible for administering radiation therapy to Patients under direction of Chief Radiation Therapist and Radiation Oncology medical staff. Typical Duties
Performs tumor localization procedures creating shells and molds, etc. Performs daily linear accelerator warm-up procedures. Checks photon beam and all electron beams for consistency. Checks physics components for accuracy of beam alignment. Delivers accurately the prescribed planned course of radiation therapy. Observes Patients for unusual reactions and events. Prepares Radiation Oncology treatment blocks and molds for patient treatment. Transfers patients from wheelchairs and gurneys to linac/CT simulator couches. Participates in the PI process. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
High School diploma, GED or equivalent. Graduate from an accredited radiation therapy program. Will consider graduate therapist dependent on residency experience. Preferred Education and Experience:
2 plus years of experience as a Staff Radiation Therapist in Radiation Oncology Department or Center. Required Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training:
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (A.R.R.T.) registry. Location Details
Oncology & Infusion Center 1450 8th Avenue, Fort Worth, TX 76104, United States Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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