3 Days Left: Radiation Therapist - Full Time - Days
Company: Mohawk Valley Health System
Location: Utica
Posted on: July 4, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Summary Works under the direction of a Radiation Oncologist
and performs responsibilities associated with the localization of
tumors and the administration of radiation therapy. Possess
knowledge in principles, practices and procedures involved with the
operation of ionizing radiographic and radiation therapy equipment.
The knowledge of human anatomy and proper positioning of the
patient to provide radiation therapy treatment. Able to perform CT
Simulations in accordance with the instructions of the radiation
oncologist. Is responsible for patient safety protocols and adhere
to departmental policies and procedures. Participates in the
department's performance improvement and continuous quality
improvement (CQI) activities. Maintains patient work flow and
problem solve treatment issues. Have excellent technical and
communication skills and shows ability to develop relationships
with the staff, patients and families. Upholds NYS Licensure,
registration in Radiologic Technology, ARRT and BLS certification.
Core Job Responsibilities Delivery of Radiation Therapy Administer
prescribed dose of radiation therapy under the direction of a
radiation oncologist, in accordance with regulatory standards and
hospital policies, practices and procedures, including but not
limited to: • Positions patients for radiation therapy treatments
with accuracy; utilizing image guidance. • Simulates patients under
the guidance of radiation oncologist and make custom immobilization
devices. • Performs daily quality assurance checks on linear
accelerators and CT/simulation • Ensure that all applicable
treatment information and quality assurance checks; regarding the
proposed treatment plan is correct before the start of radiation. •
Trains and supervises students during their clinical rotation, and
or shadow program; Orient new radiation therapist and act as their
mentor. • Acts as a consistent team member with patient care as the
priority. Effectively rotates as needed with seamless efficiency.
Able to treat efficiently with all radiation therapists • Able to
effectively communicate with Radiation Oncologist, Dosimetrist,
Physicist and support team. • Adheres to punch in/punch out policy.
PEAR reports for missed punches are signed by supervisor before the
end of the pay period • Correctly identify patient in ARIA and
accurately deliver the treatment to correct patient. Identify each
patient and treatment area prior to treatment according to policy.
• Maintain patient confidence and protect operations by keeping
information confidential Education/Experience Requirements
Required: - Graduate from an accredited School of Radiation Therapy
Technology Preferred: - Bachelor of Science in Radiation; AAS
degree in Radiation Therapy also accepted. Licensure/Certification
Requirements Required: - Current NYS Licensure registration in
Radiologic Technology Radiation Therapy . - Registered with the
American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) - Current
Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Certification Disclaimer Qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age,
gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran
status, or disability. Successful candidates might be required to
undergo a background verification with an external vendor. Job
Details Req Id 94136 Department RADIATION MEDICINE Shift Days Shift
Hours Worked 8.00 FTE 0.94 Work Schedule HRLY NON-UNION-8 HR
Employee Status A1 - Full-Time Union Non-Union Pay Range $31 - $54
Per Hour
Keywords: Mohawk Valley Health System, Albany , 3 Days Left: Radiation Therapist - Full Time - Days, Healthcare , Utica, New York
