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Job Field: Government Jobs
Location: PORTLAND, WA
Salary: $-
Job Type: Part Time

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               <td align="left"><font style="font-size: 100%;">Radiation Therapist - Flex<BR> <BR>Department Radiation Oncology<BR> <BR>Location KPV 4C51<BR> <BR>Work Unit Description <BR> <BR> <BR> <BR>Work Schedule, Hours, FTE, Salary Range <BR> <BR> This is a flex position. FTE: 0.00; Schedule: Monday - Friday; Salary range: $32.51 - $43.83/hour; Location: Marquam hill.<BR> <BR>Functions/Duties of Position <BR> <BR> The purpose of the position is to: Administer radiation therapy accurately as prescribed and planned by the physician, Demonstrate effective written communication skills; Maintain accurate and detailed treatment chart documentation, Check prescription, diagnosis, chart, and patient identification, Display professional conduct essential to the well being of the radiation oncology patient, Demonstrate effective verbal communication skills in the clinical setting, Explain procedure to patient, means of communication during treatment, and procedure to follow if emergency arises during treatment, Reinforce Radiation Oncologists advice to patient regarding reactions to treatment and their care, Observe the clinical progress of the radiation oncology patient, use clinical decision-making skills to recognize and report any signs of complications, unusual reactions, and events to the nursing staff and/or Radiation Oncologist, Utilize treatment accessories to accurately reproduce the radiation treatment, Safely and effectively operate a variety of computerized simulation and treatment machines, Observe radiation safety measures for patient and personnel, Prepare room and equipment for patient according to prescription including immobilization devices, field size, treatment distance, bolus, lead protection devices, Perform machine safety checks and/or warm up procedures; know safe limits of equipment operations, and report abnormalities or inconsistencies to the proper authority, Construct immobilization devices and employ custom blocking techniques that are conducive to the prescribed radiation therapy, Utilize sophisticated imaging equipment and treatment planning systems for precise tumor localization, Maintain daily treatment schedule, Incorporate department and hospital policies and procedures into care provided, Adhere to the Radiation Therapist Code of Ethics.<BR> <BR>Job Requirements <BR> <BR> Required: Must have attended an accredited training program recognized by the ARRT; ARRT certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist and licensed by the Oregon State Board of Radiologic Technology. Carry out job responsibilities in an ethical, effective, and professional manner. Delivers the prescribed dose of radiation to the correct patient in the correct area. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the operations and use of the equipment assigned to including accessories. Records necessary information in electronic chart thoroughly and correctly, including but not limited to imaging, instructions, and notations. Captures proper daily technical charges into ARIA on a daily basis. Requires BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or Am                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    </font></td>
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