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JPS Health Network

Radiation Therapist

JPS Health Network, Fort Worth, Texas, United States, 76102

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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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