Radiation Therapist (Per Diem Day), Toms River, NJReq #:0000177536 Category:Radiology and Imaging Status:Per Diem Shift:Day Facility:Community Medical Center Department:Radiation Oncology Salary:$61.00 per hour Location: CMC Support, 99 Highway 37 West, Toms River, NJ 08755 Job Title: Radiation Therapist Location: Community Medical Center Department: Radiation Oncology Req#: 0000177536 Status: Per Diem Shift: Day Salary Range: $61.00 - $61.00 Hourly Pay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated hourly range for this position if hired to work. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience. Job Overview: Working with the Patient care team, the radiation therapist is responsible for providing care to patients undergoing radiation therapy treatments. This may include treatment simulation, treatment delivery, and all aspects of patient care. The age of our patients receiving radiation treatments can range from under 2 to over 100 years. The radiation therapist assumes responsibility for advancing knowledge and others of the patient care team by communicating with and utilizing resource persons and programs available. Is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e. damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors, etc. Qualifications: Required: + Graduate of AMA accredited program in radiation therapy technology + ARRT Certification + NJ license + BLS through the American Heart Association Preferred: + 1-3 years previous experience Scheduling Requirements: + Day Shift + Per Diem scheduling Essential Functions: + Provide care to patients undergoing radiation therapy treatment + Checks charts of all patients on treatment at regular intervals to eliminate dosage errors, arithmetical errors or errors of intention + Enforces all rules and regulations relating to radiation, electrical or fire hazards + Checks beam directional devices for accuracy. Checks output of a standard field size when necessary + Makes random inspections of treatment room to ensure high standard of technical performance and good patient care + Keeps all dosage data up to date and removes obsolete data from books in use in the treatment area + Keeps daily statistics of all patients and procedures performed in the department and reports them to the Lead Radiation Oncology Technologist + Performs brachy therapy procedures if assigned by the Lead Radiation Oncology Technologist + Performs tumor localization procedures + Provides patient education that is consistent with the patient s learning needs regarding his/her care in Radiation Oncology + Provides a compassionate and supportive environment with prompt and consistent service + Performs other duties as required by the department Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier healthcare destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education. RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer