Radiation Therapy Technologist Monroe Campus

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The Radiation Therapy Technologist delivers care to the patient in the therapeutic setting and is responsible for the simulation, treatment planning, and administration of a prescribed course of radiation therapy. Assumes direct responsibility for the well-being of the patient preparatory to, during and following the delivery of daily treatment. The intent of this job description is to provide a summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this position and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

• Implements and delivers a planned course of radiation therapy treatment, according to the prescription of the radiation oncologist.
• Administers radiation therapy treatments accurately and safely to patients through a variety of therapeutic equipment. Monitors and reports effects, reactions and therapeutic responses.
• Accurately documents details of treatment procedures and maintains daily treatment records.
• Observes the clinical process of the patient undergoing treatment and exercises judgment in withholding treatment when conditions warrant, consulting with the radiation oncologist before proceeding.
• Assesses knowledge base of patients and family and provides education regarding radiation therapy procedures.
• Simulates and plans a course of treatment by defining and identifying tumor, target and target volume, as directed and prescribed by the radiation oncologist.
• Performs treatment planning procedures, dose calculations, block and immobilization fabrication and portal verification when appropriate.
• Evaluates and assesses daily the physiologic and psychological responsiveness of each patient to treatment delivery. Provides support and directs patients and family members to appropriate personnel and agencies for additional support.
• Maintains radiation safety through daily and periodic quality assurance procedures and related tasks as appropriate. Practices safe protection for self and patients adhering to the guidelines of radiation protection and infection control.
• Detects equipment malfunction and takes appropriate action.
• Prepares and/or assists in preparation and use of brachytherapy sources. Aides in administering treatments of brachytherapy nature.
• Assumes responsibility for assigned area, making sure all equipment and supplies necessary for that area are readily available for use.
• Assists in gathering, recording data, and serving as committee members for Radiation Oncology Quality Assurance and Continuous Quality Improvement programs.
• Demonstrates/models the hospital’s core values and customer service behaviors in interactions with all customers (internal and external).
• Understands the function of equipment, accessories, treatment methods, and protocols and applies such knowledge appropriately. Knowledgeable regarding patient condition, history, and appropriate background and information pertinent to the patient’s treatment.
• Demonstrates competency in the assessment range of treatment, knowledge of growth and development and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated.
• Teaches, trains, and provides education resources for students and assists in the evaluation process of the students.
• Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient and environmental safety and follows appropriate reporting requirements.
• Demonstrates/models the Network’s Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customers (internal and external).
• Demonstrates Performance Improvement in the following areas as appropriate:
  Clinical Care/Outcomes, Customer/Service…