Radiation Therapist Senior - AHN Cancer Institute Saint Vincent
Highmark HealthCompany :
Allegheny Health NetworkJob Description :
GENERAL OVERVIEW:
Treats patients, mentors, supervises work performed by therapy staff and contributes to the management of daily operations in Radiation Oncology.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Coordinates daily staffing coverage, rotations and time usage in the treatment area. (10%)
- Reviews and maintains electronic medical records for treatment delivery, charge entry and quality assurance. (20%)
- Troubleshoots problems related to treatment equipment, patient schedules, and staffing. (15%)
- Performs patient simulations, delivers a prescribed radiation treatment, and assesses/educates patients according to specific department guidelines. (40%)
- Performs other duties as assigned or required which may include but not limited to mentoring employees/students and participating in hospital initiatives. (15%)
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum
Radiation Therapy Certification and Registration
3 years’ experience as a Radiation Therapist
CPR – American Heart Association
Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
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