Advanced Radiation Therapist

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Shift: 7am-4:30pm

• Provides supervised education experiences for students that fulfill the curriculum requirements of the academic institution.

• Participates in after-hours on-call coverage and maintains competency with after-hours treatment coverage.

• Assesses patients' needs and seeks to resolve any potential problems or conflicts.

• Performs morning quality checks on the treatment unit, assessing whether all equipment is operating according to physics policy and calling the appropriate person immediately after equipment malfunctions.

• Serves as a mentor by providing training and encouragement to junior radiation therapists.

• Treats patients in a timely and courteous manner, handling stressful situations appropriately and communicating effectively with patients of all ages.

• Observes patient reactions to treatment and assists in accommodating the patient through the treatment process.

• Verifies the physician’s prescription and treatment parameters daily to ensure accurate treatment of the patient in accordance with the prescription and treatment plan.

• Identifies the treatment volume and positions the patient in a consistent and reproducible manner.

• Performs all aspects of CT Simulation, including administering contrast agents during simulation localization under the direction of the physician or non-physician practitioner.

• Evaluates prescribed imaging and makes requested changes within 24 hours, accurately documenting treatment information in the patient electronic health record (EHR) and utilizing the record and verify system.

• Reviews all new starts for consistency prior to treatment, checking blocks, simulation documents, dose calculation sheets, prescriptions, field photos, and verifying patient positioning and field orientation.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Associate's [Required]

• Bachelor’s [Preferred]

• Completion of an accredited Radiation Therapy program [Required]

• 1+ year of experience as a radiation therapist [Required]

• Registered Technologist – Therapy (R.T.(T)(ARRT)) [Required]

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.