Radiation Therapist 1 PRN

Inova Alexandria is seeking a full-time Radiation Therapist 2 to join the team. This position is working PRN Day Shift Monday to Friday as needed by the department.

Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.

Inova PRN Benefits and Perks:

• State-of-the-art medical and training facilities
• Retirement benefits with match from day one
• Free Parking to all employees
• Exclusive savings opportunities to in-store events, theme parks, discounts, movie tickets and local offerings and so much more!

Radiation Therapist 1 Job Responsibilities:

• The Radiation Therapist 1 communicates effectively with patients, families, medical staff, healthcare team members, supervisors and outside contacts.
• Responsible for treatment modalities and protocols to accurately set-up and administer treatments on a daily basis.
• Verifies the proper functioning of linear accelerators, simulators and Computed Tomography machines.
• Performs simulation procedures for initial patient set-up while verifying proper functioning of linear accelerators, simulators and Computed Tomography machines.
• Positions all patients for initial treatment to verify set-up; Verifies beam directional devices, ancillary aids and blocking via record and verification systems on machines and patients' computerized treatment plans before initiation of radiation beam; Maintains accurate records of daily treatments and other records as required.
• Ensures that portal verification films are taken at appropriate intervals. Recognizes the need for adjustments in treatment ports when comparing simulation/portal films or patient positions; Performs daily quality assurance on linear accelerators, simulator and Computed Tomography machines to verify accurate output of designated parameters. Records findings and reports erratic operations of equipment.
• May perform additional duties as assigned.

Radiation Therapist 1 Requirements:

• Work Schedule: Full-time Day Shift: Monday to Friday
• Education: Associate degree required, preferred in radiation therapy
• Experience: Completion of Radiation program preferred
• Certifications:
  
  
  
  • American Registered Radiologic Technologist in Radiation or registry eligible within one year of employment
  • Basic Life Support form AHA required upon start.