Principal Accountabilities:

• Simulates treatment set-ups according to physician instruction.
• Performs dosimetric calculations under the supervision of a physicist or dosimetrist, using either manual or computerized dose calculations.
• Accurately delivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy.
• Assists in Brach therapy procedures.
  Warms up treatment machines/simulator and checks all safety and operational procedures; reports any erratic operation to the physicist.
• Checks the laser positioning to ensure proper alignment.
• Verifies dose through barometer and thermometer measurements; reports any discrepancies to physicist.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.

Sign on Bonus: $1500.00

Must-Haves:

1. Licenses/Certifications: Certified Radiation Therapist by the American Registry of Radiation Therapy Technologists (ARRT-T), or temporary certification for recent graduates, up to 60 days post-graduation and licensed by the Texas Department of Health (CMRT)
2. 1-2 years experience in Radiation Therapy
3. 3-5 years Radiation Therapy experience

Nice-To-Haves

3+ years experience in Radiation Therapy

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiation Therapy Technology
• Licenses/Certifications: Certified Radiation Therapist by the American Registry of Radiation Therapy Technologists (ARRT-T), or temporary certification for recent graduates, up to 60 days post-graduation and licensed by the Texas Department of Health (CMRT)

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients in conjunction with others in order to perform job functions.
• Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of “we advance health” through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results while ensuring one Memorial Hermann.