Department/Unit:

Radiation Oncology

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Salary Range: Min. $31.28/hr - Max $51.61/hr

The radiation therapist will administer ionizing radiation and radioactive substances to patients under the supervision of a Radiation Oncologist and in accordance with New York State Department of Health Code part 16. guidelines. In addition, the radiation therapist must operate high voltage machinery safely and accurately and to communicate to pertinent personnel when malfunctions occur. The radiation therapist will concern themselves with the welfare of the patient at all times and will conduct themselves in a responsible and professional manner. The radiation therapist will take opportunities to further their knowledge in Radiation Therapy and allied subjects.

Contributes to the creation of a compassionate and caring environment for patients, families and colleagues through displays of kindness and active listening. Recognizes and appreciates that each employee’s work is valuable and contributes to the success of the Mission. Demonstrates excellence in daily work. Actively participates in performance and quality improvement activities and works toward enhancing customer/patient satisfaction. Exhibits positive service excellence skills to patients, visitors and coworkers by greeting others in a friendly manner, keeping customers/patients/colleagues informed about progress, delays and changes. Demonstrates effective teamwork by interacting in a positive manner with colleagues and creating a collaborative work environment. Initiates open communication, conveys positive intent, offers assistance. Contributes to a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, colleagues by following established procedures and protocols, which address the needs of a diverse patient population and workforce. Demonstrates stewardship by thoughtful and responsible use of resources including maintaining a clean and hospitable environment, starting work on time, displaying a consciousness regarding costs, supplies and department finances. Demonstrates respect for individual differences of each person by acknowledging the essence of each person, appreciating and responding to unique, spiritual, personal and cultural backgrounds of patients, families and colleagues.

Assist patient in all aspects related to simulation and treatment and is responsible for their safety. Observes at all times, rules and regulations relative to radiation safety for patients, staff, students and other personnel. Responsible for recording and reporting equipment faults to chief therapist and/or physicist. Accurately sets treatment doses and monitors the progress of treatment. Maintains adequate records/documentation as requested. Carries out regular quality assurance checks, as required daily, weekly and/or monthly. Assists the physician in any procedure related to simulation, planning or treatment as needed. Inspects ancillary equipment on a regular basis, reporting and removing any unsafe equipment from use. Rotates shifts or work assignments as requested by Lead Therapist or Department Manager. Follows guidelines set in AMC Human Resources Manual. Performs associated duties as requested by Lead Therapist or Department Manager. Maintains and develops interests in the field of Radiation Oncology. Maintains required Continuing Education credits in compliance with license registration requirements.

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Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Albany Med is the centerpiece of medicine, research, and medical education in New York’s CapitalRegion and is the area's largest private employer with more than 10,000 employees.

Albany Med offers excellent career opportunities in a wide range of roles in both patient care andadministration. We value all our staff members and offer outstanding employee benefits including:

• Excellent health care coverage (http://albanymedcareers.com/benefits/employee-health-%20benefits/) with lower copays at most Albany Med providers.

• A wide array of services and programs to support emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing (http://albanymedcareers.com/benefits/employee-advantages/)

Anchored in the state’s historic capital city, Albany Med offers a full range outpatient and inpatient careand is home to the region’s largest hospital, only Level 1 trauma center, and only children’s hospital. Thedowntown campus also offers opportunities at Albany Medical College.

Albany Med partners with Columbia Memorial Health, Saratoga Hospital and Glens Falls Hospital to form the Albany Med Health System, serving more than three million people over 25 counties.