Location: West Islip,NY, USA
Overview
By growing in every aspect of patient experience and quality, Catholic Health is becoming the most preferred choice on Long Island. From the bedside to the exam room to training and safety and every human moment in between - we're dedicated to providing better care for our communities. Every patient. Every moment. That's what it means to be dedicated to better.
A member of Catholic Health, Good Samaritan University Hospital, is a non-profit 537- bed (including 100 nursing home beds) teaching hospital and a member of Catholic Health. With almost 900 physicians on staff, and a level I Trauma Center, we care for well over 100,000 patients annually across the south shore of Long Island. Our reputation for excellence is built on great choices and empowered leadership, and fosters a team that is focused on evidence based practice, continual learning and exceptional quality of care.
Job Details
Responsibilities:
* The Radiation Therapist is responsible for administering therapeutic doses of ionizing radiation, using advanced level linear accelerators, recording and verifying treatment software, as well as simulating patients in accordance with prescription and instruction of radiation oncologists.
* The Radiation Therapist performs routine, complex, and specialized work as well as integration and administration of new technology.
* Complex patient procedures include: stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS),fractionated stereotactic radiotherapy (FSRT), advanced use of the ARIA electronic radiation oncology software, optical guidance, Align RT, respiratory management, intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), dynamic wedge, cone beam CT imaging (CBCT), total body irradiation, SBRT, and complex tumor localization and tracking procedures.
* In addition to performing complex procedures independently, the Radiation Therapist is responsible for providing clinical instruction to radiation therapy students as well as patient scheduling, anticipating changes in field boosts, simulations, dose limitations, and proper billing and documentation.
* The Radiation Therapist is responsible for contributing to the efficient operation of the department. Work at this level is performed under the general supervision of the Radiation Therapist Lead or his/her designee.
Education:
Qualifications:
* Associates and or Bachelor's degree in Radiation Therapy or related field from an accredited program.
* Current New York State Radiation Therapy Technologist license and certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
* BLS- AHA
* Previous experience in a clinical radiation therapy setting is highly desirable.
* Strong technical skills with radiation therapy equipment and software.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Salary Range
USD $50.40 - USD $63.00 /Yr.
This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.
At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.