University of Rochester

Radiation Therapist

University of Rochester$83K — $112K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of relevant experience in radiation therapy ideally in an oncology setting.
  • Completion of an accredited radiation therapy technology education program required.
  • New York State licensure from the Department of Health upon hire is required.
  • Strong understanding of radiation therapy techniques and equipment.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with patients and medical personnel.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in a therapeutic team for optimal radiation therapy treatments.
  • Deliver prescribed radiation therapy treatments accurately and safely.
  • Monitor and report patient responses to treatment and any adverse reactions.
  • Implement and deliver various radiation treatment plans including IMRT and TBI.
  • Assess and document patient physiological and psychological responses daily.
  • Prepare and utilize immobilization devices for treatment delivery.
  • Educate patients and families to enhance treatment compliance.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision.
  • Retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
  • Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
  • Professional development opportunities including training and workshops.
  • Support for work-life balance with flexible schedules.
Full Job Description
Job Location (Full Address):

90 Crittenden Blvd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening:

Worker Subtype:
Regular

Time Type:
Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Department:
500223 Radiation Oncology SMH

Work Shift:
UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:
UR URCG 215 H

Compensation Range:
$40.03 - $54.04

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

GENERAL PURPOSE
Works independently and efficiently performs a consistent high quality of work. Provides radiation therapy services by contributing as an essential member of the radiation oncology treatment team through provision of total quality care of each patient undergoing a prescribed course of treatment. Performs duties under supervision of leadership regarding patient treatments, set-up techniques and scheduling.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Participates effectively in a therapeutic team approach to provide optimum radiation therapy treatments.
  • Provides radiation therapy treatment delivery services to cure or improve the quality of life of patients by accurately delivering a prescribed course of treatment.
  • Administers treatment accurately and safely and monitors and reports untoward effects, reactions, therapeutic responses and incompatibilities.
  • Implements and delivers a planned course of external beam, STRS, STRT, TBI, or IMRT treatment.
  • Evaluates and assesses the physiologic and psychological responsiveness of each patient to treatment daily.
  • Documents details of treatment procedures accurately, billing codes and maintains daily treatment records, updating as often as required.
  • Constructs and/or prepares and utilizes immobilization devices, beam directional devices and the like which facilitate treatment delivery.
  • Provides patient education to maximize patient compliance with bias-er plan of care and provide family education as needed.
  • Assists in orientation and training of new staff and students as directed by supervisors.


Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
  • Satisfactory completion of formal radiation therapy technology education from an accredited program required
  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience


LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
  • New York State licensure by the New York Department of Health, as per Article 35 of the Public Health Law upon hire required

About University of Rochester

The University of Rochester is a private research university located in Rochester, New York. It was founded in 1850 and has since grown to become one of the top universities in the United States. The university offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in a wide range of fields, including business, engineering, humanities, and social sciences. The university is known for its strong research programs, particularly in the fields of optics, photonics, and imaging. The university has a diverse student body and is committed to providing a high-quality education to all of its students.
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