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Albany Med Health System Sr. Radiation Therapist
Experience: 3-years
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loacation 43 New Scotland Avenue Albany, NY 12208, United States Of America
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Department/Unit: Radiation Oncology Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $86,650.99 - $134,309.04 The Sr. Radiation Therapist will administer ionizing radiation and radioactive substances to patients under the supervision of a Radiation Oncologist and in accordance with New York State Department of Health Code part 16. guidelines. In addition, the Sr. Radiation Therapist must operate high voltage machinery safely and accurately and communicate to pertinent personnel when malfunctions occur. The Sr. Radiation Therapist will always concern themselves with the welfare of the patient and will conduct themselves in a responsible and professional manner. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assist patient in all aspects related to simulation and treatment and is responsible for their safety. Administer the radiation treatment in a precise and accurate manner carefully reproducing the treatment daily, reporting any deviation from the planned care to the appropriate personnel. Operate high voltage machinery safely and accurately and to communicate to pertinent personnel when malfunctions occur. Accurately records/verifies doses in electronic medical record. Observes at all times, rules and regulations relative to radiation safety for patients, staff, students and other personnel. Participates in regular therapist and staff meetings. Acts as mentor/provides clinical guidance to Radiation Therapy students in Radiation Oncology Informs patient of simulation and treatment procedures and observes the patient’s condition throughout the course of treatment. Responsible for recording and reporting equipment faults to chief therapist and/or physicist. Accurately sets treatment doses and monitors the progress of treatment. Maintains adequate records/documentation as requested. Carries out regular quality assurance checks, as required daily, weekly and/or monthly. Assists the physician in any procedure related to simulation, planning or treatment as needed. Inspects ancillary equipment on a regular basis, reporting and removing any unsafe equipment from use. Rotates shifts or work assignments as requested by Lead Therapist or Department Manager. Follows guidelines set in AMC Human Resources Manual. Performs associated duties as requested by Lead Therapist or Department Manager. Maintains and develops interests in the field of Radiation Oncology. Maintains required Continuing Education credits in compliance with license registration requirements. Qualifications Completion of a training program in a Radiation Therapy Technology program in an AMA approved school - required 3+ years experience - required Utilizes addition, subtraction, multiplication and division as necessary during Simulation or Daily QA operations. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient as well as their medical and psycho/social status. Demonstrates the ability to use good judgment and organize work to achieve quality, efficient care, both independently and when interacting with others. Mmust operate high voltage machinery safely and accurately and to communicate to pertinent personnel when malfunctions occur. Will concern themselves with the welfare of the patient at all times and will conduct themselves in a responsible and professional manner. ASRT - Radiation Therapist Credentialing through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) - required RAD THER - Radiation Therapist, Registered New York State Registration in Radiation Therapy - required Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate. Physical Demands Standing - Constantly Walking - Constantly Sitting - Rarely Lifting - Frequently Carrying - Frequently Pushing - Occasionally Pulling - Occasionally Climbing - Occasionally Balancing - Occasionally Stooping - Frequently Kneeling - Frequently Crouching - Frequently Crawling - Occasionally Reaching - Frequently Handling - Frequently Grasping - Frequently Feeling - Constantly Talking - Constantly Hearing - Constantly Repetitive Motions - Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Constantly Working Conditions Extreme cold - Rarely Extreme heat - Rarely Humidity - Rarely Wet - Rarely Noise - Constantly Hazards - Frequently Temperature Change - Rarely Atmospheric Conditions - Rarely Vibration - Rarely Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Medical Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification. Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!​ Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

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