You’ll need
Licensure
✓Licensure by the state of Florida Department of HRS in Radiation Therapy Technology is required.
✓Continuing educational hours are required to maintain the registered status for the State of Florida and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
Certifications
✓Certificate, Associate, or Bachelor's Degree in Radiation Therapy.
✓Applicants must be registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiation Therapy, or be registry eligible to sit for the exam.
✓This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship and we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position.
Qualifications
✓No minimum experience level set.
✓Therapist may be a new graduate.
✓Therapist must be able to use or learn all computer systems and equipment in the department (i.e. ARIA record and verify system, VARIAN linear accelerators, Siemens CT Simulator, Elekta Flexitron Afterloader and Gamma Knife.
✓Demonstrates ability to ensure quality images (KV, MV, and CBCT) are obtained and accurately analyzes for proper alignment and precise treatment delivery.
✓Three months of on-the-job training may be necessary to become familiar with specific department procedures and operations.
✓Must be able to tolerate frequent stooping, pushing, pulling, and lifting as required, when moving patient or equipment during treatment.
✓The ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and appropriately interpret information relative to the patient's age-specific needs.
✓Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
✓Must be able to work with patients and their families when dealing with the diagnosis and treatment of cancer.
✓Future Technology Expansion: Our department is preparing to expand treatment capabilities to include Proton Therapy and Carbon Ion Beam Therapy. Therapists must be willing to train on and adapt to these advanced modalities.
Benefits
Medical: Multiple plan optionsDental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverageVision: Affordable plan with national networkPre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses
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About the role
Deliver safe, accurate radiation therapy treatments in accordance with established treatment plans and clinical protocols
What you’ll do
Deliver safe, accurate radiationDeliver safe, accurate radiation therapy treatments in accordance with established treatment plans and clinical protocols
Perform CT simulations andPerform CT simulations and daily treatment setup with a high level of independence and attention to detail
Collaborate with radiation oncologistsCollaborate with radiation oncologists, physicists, and dosimetrists to ensure optimal treatment delivery and patient safety
Contribute to quality assuranceContribute to quality assurance, safety initiatives, and continuous process improvement efforts
Support a culture ofSupport a culture of professional development, including mentoring students or newer therapists as appropriate