Radiation Therapist Level 1 - Full Time
20 hours ago
BOROUGH OF RED BANK
Description: 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. Responsibilties: A day in the life of a Radiation Therapist Level 1 at Hackensack Meridian Health includes: 4. Assists with care management activities consistent and in compliance with accreditation/regulatory bodies to include (but not limited to) Joint Commission, ACRO or ACR, NJDOH, NJDEP., 5. Maintains timely execution of daily treatment appointment schedule in conjunction with patient transportation and patient care floors., 6. Review and understand treatment plans prior to treatment delivery. Ensure all dosimetry and physics notes are in the chart prior to first treatment delivery. Perform a 2-therapist initial chart check prior to patient's verification sim. Every new plan will be confirmed by 2 therapists, ensuring treatment parameters are clearly/accurately present and understood on plan. Confirm plan sent to treatment machine matches plan in the Aria chart. This will be journaled by a therapist performing a 2-therapist check. Ensure MD has signed and approved the plan., 7. Consistently maintains a clean, sanitized, organized, stocked (supplies / laundry) functional treatment room and CT Sim work area. Understands the importance of cleaning supply dry time used between patients and room turnover. Organizing the room to efficiently stay on schedule to best serve patients. Maintains orderliness and cleanliness in the Radiation Oncology Department with special attention to patient care rooms. Bring any irregularities to the attention of appropriate leadership. Working knowledge of how to use XYZ Coordinates, reconstruct CT Images and send CT Images in a timely fashion., 8. Follows the HRO standards and routinely practices proper cleaning and hand hygiene with every patient., 9. Performs Daily 'Time Out ' with every patient encounter (CT Sim, Daily Treatment, HDR Procedure etc) as per HMH policy., 10. Observes equipment for proper operation and reports any malfunctions to Leadership, Physicist and/or Radiation Safety Officer., 11. Demonstrates full understanding of Treatment Machine 'Shut Down ' each evening. Understands and accurately places Gantry and Treatment Table in the recommended positions at the end of day., 12. Assists in teaching Radiation Therapy to students during their clinical rotation, onboarding & mentoring all new RTT hires and per diem RTT team members., 13. Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs (i.e., age, culture, language, hearing and/or visually impaired, etc.). This process includes communicating with the patient, family, and/or primary caregiver(s) at their level (developmental/age, educational, literacy, etc.). Assess and respond to the patient's physical condition and special needs. Answers patient/family member's questions within professional scope regarding treatment and ensures patients receive educational packages at the beginning of treatment. Will verbally communicate with patients regarding their daily well-being and counsel patients as necessary on a routine basis., 14. Educate patients about care before, during and after radiation treatments about skin care and diet. Reinforcing education to patients and family on dietary best practices during and after the course of radiation treatment. Observe patients for reactions, signs and symptoms of physical and psychological stress on a daily basis referring patient to appropriate physician, nursing staff, Oncology Navigator, Dietician, or Social Worker,, 15. Communicates clear and concise information to patients and family regarding radiation. Printed appointments are given to all patients confirming appointments. Understands the importance of maintaining a timely schedule, alerting leadership of any cause for delays directly affecting patient care and throughput., 16. Clear understanding of Daily Billing and CPT codes. Appropriately follows the guidelines for billing per the standard of hospital. Refers to billing template and Leadership for any questionable billing issues., 17. Follow all policies and procedures mandated by the Radiation Oncology Department and Hospital. Identify any variation of processes, report immediately and take appropriate action when necessary., 18. Will actively participate in the on-call schedule as mandated / needed by the Department Leadership if applicable., 19. For RMC, JSUMC, OMC, SOMC: RTTs cross cover across these campuses as needed., 20. Other duties and/or projects as assigned., 21. Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior. Qualifications: Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: 1. High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs., 2. Graduate from an approved Radiation Therapy Program. Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred: 1. A minimum of 1 year of experience with Varian equipment / Truebeam / ARIA., 2. True Beam and CT anatomy. Licenses and Certifications Required: 1. Radiation Therapy License., 2. American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certification - ARRT (T). If you feel the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!