Radiation Therapy Therapist (PRN)

PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION The Radiation Therapy Therapist is responsible for the administration of radiation therapy services and monitors patient's reactions. JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Duty 1: The Radiation Therapist schedules patients in an efficient manner to accommodate patients, physicians and staffing schedules. Duty 2: The radiation Therapist delivers prescribed planned course of radiation therapy accurately to patients for control of disease process. Duty 3: The radiation therapist's charts treatment records and billing accurately and timely to proved information daily in compliance with state and BVRCC policy and provide quality care. Duty 4: The radiation therapist notifies physicians regarding patient care concerns promptly and allows no misunderstanding from missed communications. Duty 5: The radiation therapist completes daily assignments and prepares for the next day efficiently and timely to keep department flow organized and patients satisfied. Duty 6: The Radiation therapist will monitor supplies and equipment continually of offset adverse impact of potential situations dealing with supply and or equipment failure. Duty 7: The radiation Therapist will observe radiation safety measures for patients and personnel to be initiated properly to meet state requirement and department safe operating procedures. Duty 8: Ensures correct CPT codes (Current Procedural Terminology) are being charged and correct encounter type is registered. Duty 9: Other duties as assigned. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS * Graduate of accredited school of Radiation Therapy Technology required * Registered by ARRT * Current state of Ohio radiological license in radiation therapy required * A valid driver's license is required (if you do not have a valid Ohio driver's license you must obtain one within one year of your residency in the state) and you must also meet BVHS's company fleet policy requirements * Ability to interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the area's policies and procedures. * Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills required. * Individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on his/her assigned unit/department. * The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient status. * Must be able to interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the area's policies and procedures PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS * One to two years related work experience preferred PHYSICAL DEMANDS This position requires a full range of body motion with intermittent walking, lifting, bending, climbing, squatting, kneeling, twisting, sitting and standing. This associate will be required to sit for one hour a day and stand for seven hours a day. The individual must be able to lift fifty to seventy-five pounds and reach work above the shoulders. The individual must have good eye-hand coordination, fine finger dexterity and excellent verbal communication skills to perform daily tasks. The associate must ha