radiation therapist - Naples, FL , USA, United States - Riverchase Dermatology

Description

Riverchase Dermatology, an AQUA Dermatology portfolio practice, is Florida's largest and most comprehensive full-service skin care provider in the Southeast, offering medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology, plastic surgery, vein care, and radiation oncology.

Founded in 1998, AQUA Dermatology is the Southeast's premier dermatology practice with over 100 locations throughout Alabama, Florida, and Georgia.

Our established practices and experienced physicians offer patients the highest quality outcomes and an exceptional patient experience.

From common rashes to skin cancer treatments, and plastic surgery procedures to an array of vein treatments, no case is beyond our experience and expertise.

The Radiation Therapist is the treatment heart of the clinical team.

Providing direct electron beam therapy to patients with skin cancers in the outpatient environment, the Radiation Therapist will enjoy close relationships with patients and staff.

If you love a fast-paced environment with the opportunity to build great relationships, then Apply Today

Essential Functions

• Works under the direction of the Radiation Oncologist
• Explains treatment plans to the patient and answer questions about treatment
• Follows safety procedures to protect the patient and themselves from overexposure to radiation; examines machines to make sure they are safe and working properly
• Check computer programs to make sure the machine will give the correct dose of radiation to the appropriate area of the patient's body
• Administers the prescribed doses of radiation to specific body parts by positioning patients accurately according to the prescription, and operating and adjusting the radiation therapy equipment according to established practices and standards.
• Reviews prescriptions, diagnoses, patient charts, and identification.
• Monitors the patient to check for unusual reactions to the treatment.
• Documents detailed treatment records in the patient EHR, schedules daily treatments, follows up with patients for appointments, and assists the Chief RTT as requested.
• Works well in a team environment to accomplish common tasks

Travel

Some daytime travel will be required for this position to help cover local clinics. No overnight trips. This is a Per Diem Position.

Required Education, Certification, and Experience