The department has a wide-variety of treatment equipment including 4 Elekta Linear Accelerators, 1 MR Linac - Elekta Unity and 1 Varian Trilogy allowing for treatment of the most complex nature with real-time motion management. In addition, Elekta Flexitron High Dose Rate Brachytherapy and Orthovoltage treatments. For treatment planning, there is 1 CT Simulator and 1 MR Simulator allowing for treatment planning to be completed with MRI while the patient is in the treatment position.
The Radiation Oncology department utilizes MOSAIQ / EPIC. In addition to Radiation Therapists being involved in direct patient care, they mentor peers, new colleagues and students. Under the general supervision of the Technical Director, the Radiation Therapist delivers radiation therapy treatments and performs Simulations in an inpatient and outpatient setting.
Radiation Therapists participate in the departmental Quality Assurance program and are the internal experts for accurate delivery of radiation treatments. Radiation Therapists have career progression opportunities and are involved with program development. Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience
Must be a graduate of a program approved by the Council on Allied Health Education and Accreditation for Radiation Therapy Technology. Must be board certified, or board-eligible with certification obtained within 6 months, in Radiation Therapy Technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Must hold, without interruption, current license as required by the State of Florida for Radiation Therapy Technology.
Must obtain BCLS certification within 6 months of employment and continually maintain certification. Licensure/Certification/Registration : American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, Florida Department of Health, Radiologic Technology Program.