Job description
RADIATION THERAPIST
The Radiation Therapist is a registered and licensed professional who is responsible for providing radiation therapy to patient’s in accordance with the physician’s prescription.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Verifies and administers prescribed doses of SRT radiation to the specific sites in accordance with the prescription defined by the Dermatologist. Positions patients for treatment with accuracy according to the prescription. Enter data into the computer and set controls to operate and adjust equipment and regulate dosage in accordance to the prescription. Conduct most treatment sessions independently and under the general direction of the patient’s physician. Assist the Dermatologist in localization and simulation and documentation of the lesion to be treated. Photograph treatment areas of the patient and document. Check for side effects of the skin such as skin irritation, erythema, blistering, moist desquamation and report to the Dermatologist. Prepare and construct custom protection devices for patient treatment. Educate, prepare and reassure patients and their families by answering questions, providing physical assistance and reinforcing physicians advice regarding treatment reactions and post-treatment care. Performs daily warm-up and QA of the SRT machine prior to the start of treatments each day as prescribed by the manufacturer. Follow principles of radiation protection for the patient, self and others. Complete other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
Graduate of a Regionally Accredited Program for Radiation Therapy, is ARRT certified in Radiation Therapy R.T. and licensed by the state in which they will be working when applicable. Strong verbal, writing and interpersonal skills. Effective analysis and problem solving skills. Strong time management skills, as well as excellent attendance and punctuality. Ability to work as a team.
REQUIRED LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION:
RTT Board Certification
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Up to $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
Schedule:
Experience:
- Radiation therapy: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- ARRT Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
About Us
Meet Dr. Gurgen
Dr. Johnny Gurgen graduated with honors from Kean University in New Jersey before getting a medical degree from Nova Southeastern University in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. He did his internship with a special emphasis in internal medicine before finishing his dermatology residency at Suncoast Hospital in Largo, Florida while serving as a co-chief resident.
He was awarded the Intendis Research Award and the Fifth annual North American Clinical Dermatologic Society Research Award in 2008. He was the winner of the Koprince Lecturer of the Year Award in 2009. Dr. Gurgen was also awarded the WDS Mentorship Grant in 2010 and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Fellowship, where he worked closely with experts in dermatology in Sydney, Australia and Monterrey, Mexico.
Dr. Gurgen has been published in multiple world-renowned dermatologists journals including the J of the American Academy of Dermatology, J of the European Academy of Dermatology, British Journal of Dermatology, Dermatologic Surgery and Cutis. He has given various poster presentations and lectures at national meetings, including the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Osteopathic College of Dermatology’s annual meetings. Apart from his scholar experience, he has been involved in giving back to the community by volunteering for various Melanoma Monday skin exams through the American Academy of Dermatology, as well as lecturing to high school students at the Progress Energy Great American Teach-in.
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