Job Title: Radiation Therapist
Location: Main Hospital - New Brunswick
Department Name: Radiation Oncology
Req #: 0000227839
Status: Hourly
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $54.18 - $67.05 per hour
Pay Transparency:
The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.
The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.
Job Overview:
Summary: Responsible for patient simulation and radiation treatment delivery
Qualifications:
Required:
Graduate of a JCERT accredited school of radiation therapy
Certification by American Registry of Radiographic Technologist in radiation therapy
C.P.R. certification via American Heart Association
2-5 years of radiation therapy experience
Essential Functions:
• Check for correct prescription, treatment plan, calculations, simulation/setup information, and signed consent before the initiation of radiation treatment per site / plan.
• 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 charts updated
• Review charts daily for changes to prescription, plans, calculations, and blocking
• Obtains weekly portal films and/or images at intervals consistent with departmental policy.
• Assures that all weekly portal films and images are reviewed by the attending radiation oncologist.
• Uses knowledge of ARIA 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.
• Uses knowledge of SCM and Premise to schedule in patients and inform escort services
Responsible for patient simulation
• Explains radiation therapy process and simulation procedures to patient and ensures consent is signed prior to simulation procedure
• Obtains all pertinent patient information such as diagnostic films, labs and pathology reports prior to the simulation
• Applies knowledge of patient positioning and correct use of immobilization devices for accurate reproduction of treatment setup.
• Applies knowledge of general CT Scanner applications to obtain images for treatment planning.
• Accurately marks and tattoos patient to the coordinates of computed isocenter provided by Voxel Q Workstation
• Accurately documents patient’s treatment position and use of positioning aides, by taking digital photos and writing instructions in chart
• Coordinate and organize work flow between simulation, dosimetry and treatment.
• Maintains CT scanner and workstations.
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
Equal Opportunity Employer
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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