Radiation Therapist Job at Baylor Scott & White Health, Waxahachie, TX

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  • Baylor Scott & White Health
  • Waxahachie, TX

Job Description

Baylor Scott & White has been certified as a “Great Place to Work”. 

Radiation Therapist:

Must be able to work at both locations, based on the greatest need at both or our Cancer Centers: 2380 N I-35 E, Waxahachie, 75165 and/or 310 E Hwy 67, Duncanville, 75137
FT Day's M-F 

Must Have: 2 years of radiation therapist experience

JOB SUMMARY

The Radiation Therapist, under the general supervision of a Radiation Oncologist, performs radiation therapy procedures on ambulatory and hospital patients as requested by a physician or other licensed provider for the diagnosis of disease and injury in accordance with established protocols.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

  • Performs high-quality radiation therapy procedures, according to exam protocol, in a timely manner.
  • Maintains production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards and procedures.
  • Utilizes AIDET when communicating with patients to identify patient service requirements, ensure the correct exam is performed on the correct patient, and establish rapport with patients and others.
  • Instructs and communicates with patients and their families regarding the test to be performed and assesses patient's ability to tolerate the exam.
  • Prepares patient and area for the procedure by positioning patient, adjusting immobilization devices, moving equipment into specified position, and adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors.
  • Protects patients and employees by adhering to safety requirements, infection control, drug and radiation policies, protocols, and techniques.
  • Uses proper sterile techniques when setting up and performing invasive multimodality procedures and maintains hand hygiene requirements.
  • Maintains equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards.
  • Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal operational capabilities of the equipment. Reports issues to management or the appropriate department.
  • Assists in maintaining supplies inventory.
  • Ensures people are safe to enter the department by screening them according to approved policies and procedures.
  • Obtains, verifies, and maintains all relevant documentation such as requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy status, and shielding precautions taken, consent forms, policies, procedures, etc.
  • Maintains medical imaging records in the appropriate system and according to department policies and standards for interpretation in a timely manner.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

  • Able to perform high-quality radiation therapy procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner.
  • Able to explain the procedure and put patients at ease.
  • Able to provide services in a timely, accurate, and cost-efficient manner in compliance with established System and regulatory standards, policies, and procedures.
  • Able to perform tasks alone without the need for routine oversight.
  • Able to maintain a calm and helpful attitude, even under times of stress, and take appropriate and reasonable steps to resolve issues.
  • Able to effectively administer first aid and use the emergency cart.
  • Able to ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times, providing courteous service, remaining professional, reviewing patient satisfaction scores, and developing action plans when required.
  • Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge, continued education, and skills appropriate care for the following age groups (specific to department): newborn, pediatric, young adult, adult, and geriatric.
  • Able to serve as a preceptor by providing quality training to new team members and on new services and initiatives.
  • Able to take calls, if required.

BENEFITS

Our competitive benefits package includes the following

  • Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
  • 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level

QUALIFICATIONS

  • CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - 
    ARRT-T Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T): Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T).

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