Radiation Therapist
Lehigh Valley Health Network
Summary
Administers radiation therapy as prescribed by a physician in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization. Travels between LVHN/LVPG Radiation Oncology sites as necessary. Trains and mentors new radiation therapists and students in addition to duties of the radiation therapist.
Job description
Summary
Administers radiation therapy as prescribed by a physician in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization. Travels between LVHN/LVPG Radiation Oncology sites as necessary. Trains and mentors new radiation therapists and students in addition to duties of the radiation therapist.
Job Duties
- Delivers a prescribed course of radiation therapy to patients and provides continuous monitoring during treatment. Schedules daily treatment appointments, answers patient questions, and explains the procedures being performed.
- Serves as a liaison between patient and other members of their care team and reinforces recommendations given to the patient concerning reaction to treatment and care of irradiation area, prevention or treatment of generalized and local side effects. Observes patient for any unusual reactions or events.
- Monitors radiation equipment inventory and follows all safety regulations regarding radiation exposure.
- Participates in CT Simulation procedures and/or other treatments/procedures.
- Participates in on-call, if applicable.
- Keeps current regarding developments, trends and techniques in radiation therapy and equipment.
- Mentors and teaches students and new employees.
- Trains and supports other radiation therapists in current or new department equipment/procedures, as necessary.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate's Degree Radiation Therapy or equivalent or Technical School Diploma Accredited Radiation Therapy Program
- Analytical ability to resolve problems that require the use of basic scientific, mathematical, or technical principles.
- Ability to keep confidential information regarding patients, and team members.
- Ability to exchange information on factual matters, schedule appointments, record treatment data in patients' records, greet visitors, explain hospital policies, and/or relay patients' needs to appropriate personnel.
- Knowledge and experience with electronic health records.
- BLS - Basic Life Support AHA - American Heart Association within 90 Days
- T - Radiation Therapy - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists within 180 Days
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree Radiation Therapy or equivalent
Requirements
- Associate's Degree in Radiation Therapy or equivalent, or Technical School Diploma from an Accredited Radiation Therapy Program
- Analytical ability to resolve problems requiring basic scientific, mathematical, or technical principles
- Ability to keep confidential information regarding patients and team members
- Ability to exchange information on factual matters, schedule appointments, record treatment data, greet visitors, explain hospital policies, and relay patients' needs
- Knowledge and experience with electronic health records
- BLS - Basic Life Support AHA within 90 days
- ARRT Radiation Therapy certification within 180 days
Benefits
- Sign-on Bonus
Company overview
Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is a major healthcare provider and hospital network based in Allentown, Pennsylvania, serving the Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania regions. Founded in 1899, LVHN operates as a comprehensive healthcare system with 13 hospital campuses, 28 health centers, numerous primary and specialty care physician practices, and multiple urgent care locations. The network's flagship facility, Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest, is Pennsylvania's third-largest hospital and features the state's first Level One Trauma Center. LVHN provides a wide range of medical services including specialized institutes for cancer care, heart and vascular treatment, surgical excellence, orthopedics, and neuroscience. The network operates the third-largest heart surgery program in Pennsylvania, performing over 1,200 open-heart procedures annually, and maintains one of the state's largest cancer centers treating over 2,400 new patients each year. In August 2024, LVHN completed a merger with Jefferson Health, becoming part of a larger healthcare system with 32 hospitals and over 700 locations across Pennsylvania. Prior to the merger, LVHN was the largest employer in the Lehigh Valley metropolitan region, with approximately 20,000 employees dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community.