Radiation Therapist - Cayuga Health : Job Details

Radiation Therapist

Cayuga Health and its affiliates are the region's leading healthcare system and most trusted providers of integrated health services, empowering our people in our mission to equitably improve the well-being of the communities we serve. Our commitment to providing extraordinary healthcare begins with our team of extraordinary professionals who are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhancing access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. Cayuga Health's commitment to our employees includes competitive compensation, comprehensive employee benefits programs, and the opportunity to explore and build a career in healthcare through our many professional development programs.

The Radiation Therapist works under an oncologist as part of a medical team to prepare patients and administer radiation treatments for cancer and some other conditions. They take precise measurements of patients for treatment and may fit them with specialized equipment to be used during sessions. During the course of treatment, they will monitor the patient's responses, including side effects, and may adjust the schedule or doses of radiation accordingly.

Roles and Responsibilities:

* Providing individualized radiation therapy treatments to patients, in consultation with the oncology team.

* Explaining the process to patients and answering any questions.

* Assessing patients' reactions to treatments, providing advice on the side effects of treatments, and methods of alleviating these.

* Understand and operate various imaging and treatment equipment

* Collect and manage relevant patient information

* Help ensure proper positioning of patients for treatment using masks, and other immobilization equipment

* Ensure that safety protocols are followed for patient, family and staff

* Performing quality assurance tests on simulation and treatment machines to ensure they are in working order.

* Schedule patient visits to follow treatment plan

Required Skills and Experience:

* Graduate of a formal radiation oncology technology program with a certification by A.R.R.T. Current New York State License (L.R.T) required.

* 1 year experience working as a radiation therapist preferred

* Licensure: Certification through ARRT

Preferred Skills and Experience:

* Problem solving ability and attention to detail is preferred

* Good written and oral communication skills preferred.

* Requires ability to prioritize work, manage time wisely and adjust to changes in work volumes.

Physical Requirements:

* Repetitive use of hands and fingers (e.g., use of computer keyboard); may require lifting and carrying light loads (up to 40 lbs.), including boxes, equipment. Ability to stand for long periods of time, Attention to detail and ability to master and troubleshoot technical machinery. Ability to both follow direction and act independently

Location and Travel Requirements:

* Onsite

* Community Corners - 905 Handshaw Rd Suite A Ithaca, NY 14850

* Shift - Days - (Mon-Fri) - 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Pay Range Disclosure

* $34.00 to $50.00 per hour

Cayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.

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