Physician - Radiation Therapy jobs in Greensboro, NC

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General Description of the Job ClassApply ionizing radiation to the patient (inclusive of pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations) in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the Radiation Oncologist and under the general supervision of the Chief Therapist.

Duties and Responsibilities of this Level*Deliver accurately the prescribed planned course of radiation therapy with minimal supervision.*Check prescription, diagnosis, chart and patient identification.*Explain procedure to patient, means of communication during treatment and procedure to follow if emergency arises during treatment.

*Reinforce Radiation Oncologist's advice to patient regarding reactions to treatment and their care.*Prepare room and equipment for patient according to prescription regarding immobilization devices, field size, treatment distance, lead protection devices, etc.*Transfer patient safely to treatment couch, giving special care to catheters, intravenous drips, etc.*Check daily treatment time and delivers prescribed dose.

(Applies to Duke staff therapist only)*Perform and document daily accelerator warm-up and QA procedures.(DRH and RCH)*Maintain records of daily treatment and other records as required by department quality assurance and quality improvement activities.*Perform mold room duties.(DRH and RCH)*Secure and maintain supplies.*Secure x-ray and lab reports as needed.*Report erratic operation of equipment to Chief Radiation therapist, Radiation Physicist and/or Medical Engineer.*Particpate in departmental PI (Performance Improvement) activities.*Assist in the hiring and orienting of new personnel.*Attend weekly QA rounds, monthly therapy meetings, and educational in-services.*Incorporate department and hospital policies and procedures into care provided.

Required Qualifications at this LevelEducationSatisfactory completion of a 24 month course in radiology technology and a 12 month course in radiation therapy technology; orSatisfactory completion of a 24 month course in radiation therapy technology; orRegistered nurse who has satisfactorily completed a 12-month course in radiation therapy technology; orSatisfactory completion of a Bachelor of Science degree in radiation therapy.

Degrees, Licensure, and/or CertificationCurrent licensure as required by state or national authority and/or certification or board eligible in Radiation Therapy by the American Registry of Radiology Technology.

Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesKnowledge in principles, practices and procedures involved in the operation of ionizing radiographic and radiation therapy equipment.

Distinguishing Characteristics of this LevelN/A Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

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