Senior Radiation Therapist Proton Therapy Center
Senior Radiation Therapist Proton Therapy Center
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Job Description
Up to $15000 signon bonus available!
General Summary
Under moderate supervision administers radiation therapy treatments to patients as prescribed by a radiation oncologist according to established standards and practices. Patients served include Adult through Adult Geriatric.
Mission
All employees are responsible for extending the mission and values of Baltimore Washington Medical Center by dedicating oneself to providing the highest quality healthcare services to the communities we serve.
Reporting Relationships
Reports to Operations Manager of the Tate Cancer Center and Senior Radiation Therapist
Qualifications :
- Graduation from an AMA approved program in Radiation Therapy Technology or Radiologic Technology is required. An Associate of Science degree in Radiation Therapy Technology is preferred.
- Registration as a Radiation Therapy Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) is required.
- Licensure as a Radiation Therapy Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology in the state of Maryland is required.
- CPR certification is required.
- Three years of clinical practice in Radiation Therapy is required.
Working Conditions
Works inside a clinical environment. Exposed to frequent interruptions and multiple demands. May be physically or verbally abused by patients. May be required to work on rotating shifts. May be required to work beyond normal tour of duty and participate in oncall rotation. Must practice established radiation safety principles; to include wearing and maintaining film badges in the prescribed manner wearing of appropriate personal protective equipment including but not limited to lead aprons gloves etc. Potential for regular exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials and ionizing radiation (not to exceed the legal limits of occupational expose requiring the observance of standard (Universal) precautions and safe handling practices. This position has been classified as low or no exposure risk and does not require the completion of an annual testing but may require just in time testing if the need arises.
Physical Requirements
Frequent standing waling stooping and bending. Reaching for and handling equipment and supplies including lead focus blocks weighing up to 25lbs (with assistance) 80% of the time. Lifting pushing/pulling and transferring patients 50% of the time on/off treatment tables via wheelchairs and/or stretchers. Manual dexterity for operating equipment and computer; visual acuity for viewing display monitors and reading patient charts. Acute hearing required to assimilate oral communication from patient physician other health care team members and family.
Additional Information :
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation
- Pay Range: $44.76$68.15
- Other Compensation (if applicable): n/a
- Review theUMMS Benefits Guide
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
