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The Radiation Therapist position at St. Josephs Candler is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the Medical field.

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Savannah, Georgia, 31405, United States

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Full-time or part-time position

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Radiation Therapist

Position Summary
- Radiation Therapists simulate and treat patients with radiation therapy according to the physician prescription.
Education
- Bachelor's of Science - Preferred
- Associate of Science - Required
Experience
- 1-2 Years ARRT registered and working with patients in the clinic. - Preferred
License & Certification
- Professional License with State of Practice - Required
- Professional Certification - Required
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists(ARRT) registry eligible. Must obtain AART registry within one year of hire.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - Required
Core Job Functions
- Deliver accurately the prescribed planned course of radiation therapy. Check prescription, diagnosis, chart and patient identification by performing a time out at the beginning of each procedure. Maintain records of daily treatment and other records as required by department.
- Observe radiation safety measures for patient and personnel. Report erratic operation of equipment to Clinical Manager, Radiation Physicist, and/or Medical Engineer. Abides by ALARA.
- Transfers patients safely from one platform to another and maintains visual and audible communication with patient during procedures involving radiation. Maintains patient markings.
- Accurately provides documentation to support charges billed. Retain updated coding parameters in radiation therapy. Performs chart audits when designated.
- Educates patients regarding treatment procedures and reassures them. Maintains patient treatment schedules and communicates treatment times and appointments with patients. Mentors and teaches radiation therapy students.
- Observe patient for unusual reactions and events and report accurate information to nursing staff and/or radiation oncologist. Coordinates hospital transpiration for inpatients.

Radiation Therapist in Savannah, Georgia at St. Josephs Candler

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