This role involves performing high-quality and technical radiation therapy duties to support comprehensive patient care under the supervision of the Chief Radiation Therapist. It includes direct and indirect patient care, assisting in special procedures, and participating in the clinical supervision of radiation therapy students. The role requires demonstrating outstanding customer service and professional behavior in all interactions.
Responsibilities
Utilize the process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation while caring for patients, maintaining confidentiality and dignity
Provide safe, effective evidence-based care tailored to the individual needs of the patient and family
Verbally reinforce the Radiation Oncologists' advice to patients regarding reactions to treatment and their care
Adhere to radiation safety procedure protocol
Perform Time Outs at key points of the Radiation Therapy Treatment procedure to ensure correct site and treatment on the correct patient using the correct equipment, technique, and daily dose
Navigate the hospital electronic medical record and department record and verify system for verifying patients/treatment plan parameters, scheduling patient appointments, and assigning appropriate billing codes
Perform all technical duties according to department policy and procedure
Provide technical support where needed as required for patient care
Provide coverage where needed when a change in schedule is indicated
Identify, prepare, and/or administer medications as prescribed by a licensed practitioner
Be available for emergency and weekend call, as required and scheduled for patient care
Detect and immediately report equipment malfunction to the Lead or Chief Therapist, Chief Medical Physicist, and Engineer
Operate all therapeutic equipment according to manufacturer's standards and departmental policy
Maintain a quiet and clutter-free work area
Appropriately involve the patient and their family in care and care decisions
Maintain and demonstrate respect for patient confidentiality and modesty
Explain all treatment and imaging procedures
Arrange daily radiation treatment schedules
Be attentive to patient needs and concerns by continuous monitoring of the patient
Administer radiation therapy treatment accurately and safely
Position and immobilize patients according to the treatment plan and effectively evaluate images according to standard guidelines
Demonstrate the ability to care for acute Inpatients (Waterford, New Haven, Trumbull, Greenwich)
Demonstrate the ability to care for pediatric patients (New Haven)
Collaborate with nursing team to ensure a full understanding of the patient functional mobility assessment tool and mobilize patients using appropriate mechanical assistive devices, such as lifts and lateral transfer devices, during the provision of patient care and communicating to all team members
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Collaborate with care team members to resolve clinical problems
Participate in Chart Rounds, Committee meetings and projects as assigned by Chief Therapist
Demonstrate the ability to be flexible and adaptable in managing diverse clinical situations
Maintain continuing education requirements, Connecticut licensure, and professional status as a member of the ARRT
Assume responsibility for continued learning and skill development by discussing with the Chief RTT/Regional Manager, setting appropriate goals, and following through to meet those goals
Deliver excellence in patient care through compliance with all patient safety and regulatory initiatives
Troubleshoot routine problems encountered during simulation, treatment, or any part of the patient care process
Troubleshoot and correct minor machine faults and/or notify service providers and supervisor to initiate corrective action as guided by established protocols
Proactively assess treatment schedule for optimization
Actively communicate with physics, dosimetry, and nursing as necessary to ensure optimal patient care
Actively participate in the training of students in the School of Radiation Therapy, working with the Program Director to teach and review students appropriately
Treat students with respect and dignity to ensure professionalism
Assume responsibility for students in the treatment room, actively teaching clinical techniques
Conduct student clinical rotation evaluations, observed by clinical supervisor and/or Program Director
Role model Standards of Professional Behavior
Consistently demonstrate positive impact on clinical practice
Requirements
Graduation from an approved school of Radiation Therapy Technology
A.R.R.T. registration
CT Licensure
BLS Certification
New Graduate in radiation therapy or 1-5 years of experience in radiation therapy
Clear communication and active listening skills
Problem-solving skills
Promotes collaborative, team-based decisions
Careful attention to safety procedures
Ability to communicate and relate well with patients who are under physical and emotional stress
Intense concentration, attention to detail with computers and devices used within the Radiation Oncology Department
Ability to hear and observe all surroundings of the department
Manual dexterity
Ability to lift up to 50lbs
Steady gait to assist patient mobility
Benefits
Working on equipment with lifting, pushing, and pulling heavy objects
Standing and walking most of the day
Assisting in lifting patients with physical limitations
Important Details
Schedule: Overtime, holidays and weekends, as needed
Exposure to patients with mental and emotional issues
Work in a stressful, complex, and demanding team environment with varying workload, necessitating varying working hours
Works with ionizing radiation, radioactive isotopes, MR, computers, cancer patients, both adults and children, and their families
Exposure to human waste and disease
Physical demands include but not limited to: Lifting and repositioning patients, using mechanical assistive devices; Lifting and positioning immobilization devices and beam modifying devices; Continuous standing; Subject to frequent stressful situations
About the Company
Every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values of integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion. Radiation Therapist staff may be assigned to any of the YNHH Radiation Oncology locations to meet staffing needs.
