Radiation Oncology Specialist - Waverly - SkinCure Oncology

Description

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Radiation Therapist to join our team at SkinCure Oncology. As a Radiation Oncology Specialist, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality patient care and contributing to our mission of providing exceptional radiation therapy services.

Job Summary

The successful candidate will have a strong background in radiation therapy, with experience in administering prescribed doses of radiation to specific body parts using radiation therapy equipment according to established practices and standards. You will work closely with our multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless delivery of treatment plans, maintain accurate records, and provide excellent patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed doses of radiation to specific body parts using radiation therapy equipment according to established practices and standards
• Position patients for treatment with accuracy according to prescription
• Enter data into computer and set controls to operate and adjust equipment and regulate dosage
• FOLLOW PRINCIPLES OF RADIATION PROTECTION FOR PATIENT, SELF, AND OTHERS
• Maintain records, reports and files as required, including such information as radiation dosages, equipment settings and patients' reactions
• Review prescription, diagnosis, patient chart, and identification
• Conduct most treatment sessions independently, in accordance with the long-term treatment plan and under the general direction of the patient's physician
• Check radiation therapy equipment to ensure proper operation
• Observe and reassure patients during treatment and report unusual reactions to physician or turn equipment off if unexpected adverse reactions occur
• Check for side effects such as skin irritation and hair loss to assess patients' reaction to treatment
• Educate, prepare and reassure patients and their families by answering questions, providing physical assistance, and reinforcing physicians' advice regarding treatment reactions and post-treatment care
• Calculate actual treatment dosages delivered during each session
• Prepare and construct equipment, such as immobilization, treatment, and protection devices
• Photograph treated area of patient
• Help physicians, radiation oncologists and clinical physicists to prepare physical and technical aspects of radiation treatment plans, using information about patient condition and anatomy
• Train and supervise student or subordinate radiotherapy technologists
• Act as liaison with physicist and supportive care personnel
• Provide assistance to other health-care personnel during dosimetry procedures and tumor localization
• Implement appropriate follow-up care plans

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited program
• ARRT Board Certification in Radiation Therapy, R.T.(T), or registry eligible within 3 months
• State licensure (if applicable)

Benefits

• Full-time, Monday-Friday schedule with no on-call
• Aggressively competitive salary commensurate with experience ($75,000 - $110,000 per year)
• Salary includes potential bonus structure
• Paid time off
• A comprehensive benefit packet
• 401(k) plan with match
• Flexible spending account
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

About Us

SkinCure Oncology is a leading provider of superficial radiotherapy solutions for dermatologists in the United States. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and staying at the forefront of innovative treatments. We offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a commitment to excellence in everything we do.