Radiation Therapy Technologist 1

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SUMMARY

The Radiation Therapy Technologist 1 simulates and administers radiation treatment to patients as prescribed by the physicians. This position monitors the patients’ physical conditions to determine whether any adverse side effects are taking place and provides emotional support as appropriate.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Administers doses of radiation to specific body parts using radiation therapy equipment according to established practices and standards as prescribed by the physicians.

2. Positions patients for treatment with accuracy according to prescription.

3. Reviews prescription, diagnosis, patient chart, and identification.

4. Maintains records, reports, and files, including information such as radiation dosages, equipment settings and patient reactions.

5. Observes the patients’ clinical progress and uses clinical decision-making skills to recognize and report any signs of complications.

6. Follows principles of radiation protection for patient, self, and others; adheres to the radiation safety procedure protocols.

7. Operates a variety of computerized simulation and treatment machines safely and effectively.

8. Performs and documents daily machine safety checks, understands safe limits of equipment operations, and identifies and reports abnormalities or inconsistencies to the proper authority.

9. Constructs immobilization devices and employs custom blocking techniques that are conducive to conformal radiation therapy.

10. Utilizes sophisticated imaging equipment and treatment planning systems for precise tumor localization.

11. Works closely with the radiation oncologist and the therapy team in the preparation of a treatment plan that is customized to each individual patient’s needs.

12. Performs simulations according to physician’s orders. 13. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Associate degree

Certification and Licensing:

Valid State of Florida Registered Radiation Therapy license required

BLS by AHA

AART

Experience:

No previous experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.

Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.

Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.

Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

This is a core job profile description and is not reflective of all duties that may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this core job profile.

Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff