Lead Radiation Therapist Job Summary

Position is responsible for simulating treatments set-ups, performing dosimetric calculations; applying radiation therapy treatments and assisting with patient care management. Serves as a preceptor, mentor and resource to staff as well as assists management with technical supervisory responsibilities.

Lead Radiation Therapist Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiation Therapy Technology

Licenses/Certifications: Certified Radiation Therapy Technologist by the American Registry of Radiological Technologist (ARRT-T) and Licensed by the Texas Department of Health (CMRT)

Successful completion of the ARRT Registry examination in Radiation Therapy Technology (ARRT-R)

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Radiation Therapist.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and to perform duties requiring bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and standing for prolonged periods of time.

Principal Accountabilities

• Simulates treatment set-ups according to physician instruction.
• Performs dosimetric calculations under the supervision of a dosimetrist/physicist, using either manual or computerized dose calculations.
• Accurately delivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy.
• Organizes & monitors daily workflow for therapists within the department.
• Advises physician of any undelivered patient treatments.
• Responsible for scheduling and implementing weekly multi-disciplinary chart rounds.
• Taking emergency call within the department.
• Collaborates with management in technical positioning enhancements for quality assurance.
• Other duties as assigned.