Sr Radiation Therapist -FT/Days
3 months ago
Houston
At Houston Methodist, the Senior Radiation Therapist position is responsible for assisting in the planning, treatments and monitoring of patients. This position provides radiation therapy treatment while functioning as an essential member of the radiation oncology treatment team to provide total quality care to patients. The Senior Radiation Therapist position acts as a liaison with Physicians and supporting personnel. This position is fully competent in all aspects of various radiation therapy procedures and serves as a mentor to Radiation Therapists and students by utilizing skills and knowledge to help train and educate others. The Senior Radiation Therapist position works independently exercising sound judgment and executing above average clinical skills on challenging diagnostic procedures and patient care situations. The Radiation Therapist position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to radiation safety standards and guidelines established by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology in Radiation Therapy to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service. PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Facilitates open, professional (verbal, nonverbal, written) communication to achieve mutual understanding, role modeling by example. Communication to promote both work efforts and problem resolution is clear and professional, providing the highest quality service during every customer and patient encounter., • Guides and mentors Radiation Therapists and students to help build confidence in skills, knowledge and abilities. Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards department goals for retention and employee engagement., • Proactively assesses, identifies and responds to the needs of the patient to optimize patient care and patient experience. Delivers a planned course of radiation therapy accurately and safely, as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist., • Performs simulation operations. Selects and fabricates appropriate immobilization, custom blocks and positioning aides for simulation and treatment., • Provides accurate explanations and instructions to patients at a level consistent to the patients understanding. Assesses the patient's condition, needs, and side effects daily. Provides information and refers the patient to the appropriate resources in a sensitive manner., • Follows principles of radiation protection for patient, self and others. Follows safety standards and conducts all radiation therapy procedures accordingly. Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with radiation safety and infection control procedures., • Implements and delivers accurately the prescribed planned course of radiation therapy utilizing department equipment, adhering to acceptable department, institutional, governmental, and professional standards., • Ensures warm-up procedures are performed and documented and machine operation checks, as recommended by manufacturer and physics guidelines. Reports any equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel; calls for service if needed., • Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters, validates and reviews charges at the time service is delivered, as appropriate., • Participates in department projects or shared governance activities. Actively participates in Houston Methodist quality improvements initiatives. Generates and communicates new ideas and suggestions that improve quality of department services., • Three years as a licensed Radiologic Technologist Therapist R.T.(T) LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED, • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) AND, • CMRT - Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist - State Licensure -- Registration as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT-GC) thru the Texas Medical Board AND, • Must have one of the following:, • • ARRT-R - Radiologic Technologist - Radiographer (ARRT), • • ARRT-THR - Radiologic Technologist - Radiation Therapy (ARRT) KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES, • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations, • Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security, • Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles, • Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital / Radiation Oncology Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents., • Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers. WORK ATTIRE • Uniform Yes, • Scrubs Yes, • Business professional Yes, • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist’s primary academic affiliates are among the nation’s leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. With 948 operating beds, 85 operating rooms and more than 8,400 employees, Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.