RWJBarnabas Health
Location
Jersey City, NJ | United States
Job description
Radiation Therapist, PD (days)
Req #: 0000067107
You are in demand everywhere...but it pays to come here!
If you want to work in a premier hospital that wins awards, nurtures people, and tirelessly strives to advance care, you ll find your match at Jersey City Medical Center. Our not-for-profit hospital, a proud member of RWJBarnabas Health, has been honored time and again for our strides in patient care and safety, and as the regional leader in specialties like cardiology, stroke, and trauma care.
A s our status and patient volume continue to grow, we are adding talent to our organization
Among our many accolades, we have been designated 8 times the only A-Rated for Safety Hospital, awarded Magnet Recognition for superior nursing, named Best Regional Hospital by US News and World Report and ranked among the 100 best places to work in healthcare (nationally). Jersey City Medical Center is also ideally located in the vibrant Jersey City waterfront community overlooking the harbor, just 10 minutes from New York City, with a grand view of the Statue of Liberty.
DESCRIPTION:
Responsible for patient simulation and radiation treatment delivery
Delivers radiation therapy treatments to patients as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist. Works efficiently throughout the day to maintain department schedules. Explains procedures to patients thoroughly and ensures understanding. Attentive to a patient s side effects and acts as a liaison between patient, nurse and or physician. Reviews each chart for accurate documentation and changes in prescription, written orders, or patient setup parameters. Perform time-out procedure before initiating all treatments and or simulations.
Maintains the appearance of the treatment room throughout the day by keeping the room neat and orderly. Accurately positions patient according to instructions provided in the chart and delivers the prescribed radiation dose and treatment. Correctly documents treatment data in patients daily radiation treatment record and keeps EMR updated. Obtains images at intervals consistent with Physician orders. Assures that all daily/weekly images are reviewed by the attending radiation oncologist. Uses knowledge of EMR system to appropriately schedule patient for simulation procedures, treatment setup and delivery, and to facilitate communication between members of oncology team for treatment planning and procedures.
Responsible for patient simulation
Performs CT simulations as directed by the Radiation Oncologist; to include fabrication of positioning and immobilization devices tattooing and simple beam modification devices, to ensure accurate reproduction of treatment setup. Explains procedures to patients thoroughly and ensures understanding. Attentive to a patient s side effects and acts as a liaison between patient, nurse and or physician. Obtains all pertinent patient information such as diagnostic films, labs and pathology reports prior to the simulation. Applies knowledge of general CT Scanner applications to obtain images for treatment planning. Appropriately and accurately documents patient s treatment position and use of positioning aides, by taking digital photos and writing instructions in the EMR. Coordinate and organize work flow between simulation, dosimetry and treatment. Maintains the appearance of the CT Simulation, Acuity and Control consoles throughout the day by keeping the rooms neat and orderly.
REQUIREMENTS:
Graduate of a JCERT accredited school of radiation therapy. Certification by American Registry of Radiographic Technologist in radiation therapy. C.P.R. certification
Experience: 2-5 years of radiation therapy experience.
We are committed to High Reliability and consistent demonstration of our Safety Together behaviors and tools:
S - Speak up for Safety
A - Accurately communicate
F - Focus on the task
E - Exercise and accept a questioning attitude
T - Thoughtfully interact
Y - You and Me Together
Per Diem Rate: $62.10/hour
Let us shape the future of healthcare, together. Our competitive base rates offered will be dependent upon your relevant experience, education, and skills. In addition to base salary, we offer excellent benefits creating a competitive total rewards package to include health and welfare benefits, tuition reimbursement, retirement benefits, employee assistance programs and many opportunities for professional and personal growth, if applicable.
Join our team to embark on shaping the future of healthcare!
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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