Radiation Therapist

A-Line Staffing is now hiring Radiation Therapist in Hackettstown, NJ 07840.
The Radiation Therapist would be working for a Major Healthcare System and has career growth potential.

Radiation Therapist Highlights:

• Schedule: 8a – 4p
• Pay Range: $48-52 Hourly
• Strongly preferred: experience with IMRT, 3D, SBRT, CBCT, and Align RT

Radiation Therapist Responsibilities:

• Deliver prescribed radiation therapy treatments accurately while operating treatment units with minimal supervision. Maintain visual and audible communication with patients during treatment.
• Perform daily LINAC and CT QA, monthly CT QA, and accurately execute IGRT, SBRT, and portal imaging.
• Conduct CT simulations for radiation therapy following department protocols; construct immobilization devices and utilize IV contrast when needed.
• Perform respiratory gating, ACQ sim, SBRT simulation, and construct electron/cerrobend blocks. Accurately complete procedure verification in MOSAIQ prior to simulation.
• Serve as Lead CT Therapist when assigned: train staff in CT/simulation procedures, respiratory gating, QA, mould room duties, and ensure physician forms are available.
• Maintain and verify MOSAIQ for daily treatment management, including schedules, prescriptions, DRRs, imaging, and physics/physician planning parameters.
• Attend weekly chart rounds, coordinate inpatient transportation via McKesson, and utilize Quality Check List for reviews.
• Follow departmental policies, dress code, and safety standards, practicing ALARA principles for radiation protection. Maintain knowledge of emergency procedures and report equipment malfunctions promptly.
• Safely operate CT on rails for IGRT delivery, create electronic IGRT documentation, and manage shift tracking in MOSAIQ.
• Maintain accurate records of treatments, prescriptions, and patient setup. Record monitor units daily, verify treatment parameters, and document changes as needed.

Radiation Therapist Qualifications:

• Successful completion of an approved course in Radiation Therapy.
• ARRT certification and registration required.
• Experience with IMRT, 3D, SBRT, CBCT, and Align RT strongly preferred.

If you are interested in this Radiation Therapist position, please apply to this posting with Luke H. at A-Line!

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