General Summary:

Utilize specialized equipment (SRT-Vision machine) to administer Superficial Radiation Therapy (SRT). Verify the dose and properly prepare each patient before administering this type of medication. Training will be provided. This position is Monday-Thursday, 7:30am-4:30pm.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

- Understand and operate imaging and treatment equipment (SRT-Vision).

- Use computers to calculate proper type and dosage of radiation.

- Verify the dose before administering.

- Collect and manage relevant patient information.

- Help ensure proper positioning of patients fro treatment using masks, braces, and other equipment.

- Explain procedures to the patient.

- Ensure safety protocals are followed.

- Administer radiation treatments.

- Monitor patient’s emotional and physical tolerance of treatment.

- Document results and update patient record.

- Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

- Current license to practice radiation therapy.

- Certified through the ARRT.

- Ability to stand for long periods of time.

- Attention to detail and ability to troubleshoot technical machinery.

- Abilty to help adjust, lift, shift patients as needed.

- Ability to follow directions and act independently.

Required:

- Excellent interpersonal skills required.

- Able to adapt to different working environments.

- Consistently arrives at work, in professional attire, on time and completes all tasks within established time frame.

- Seeks appropriate tasks when primary tasks are completed and assists co-workers as needed.

- Demonstrates adaptability to expanded roles.

- Adheres to Toledo Clinic policies and procedures.

Education:

- Associates or Bachelor Degree

- Completion of a certification program specializing in Radiation Therapy

- ARRT certification and registration.

- State licensure.

Working Conditions:

Normal office environment with exposure to electrical machinery

Physical, Mental and Environmental Conditions of the Essential Duties of the Position:

To comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, it is necessary to specify the physical, mental and environmental conditions of the Essential Duties of the job. Use the following codes to complete this section: “F” = frequently; “O” – occasionally, “N” = not at all.

Physical Mental Environmental

On the job, the employee must: On the job, the employee must On the job, the employee is:

be able to:

F Bend O Sit F Read/Comprehend O Exposed to excessive noise

F Squat F Stand F Write F Around moving machinery

0 Crawl F Walk F Perform Calculations N Exposed to changes in

temperatures and/or humidity

O Climb F Push/Pull F Communicate Orally F Exposed to dust, fumes, gases,

Radiation

O Kneel F Reason and Analyze N Drives motorized equipment

F Manual Dexterity Other O Works in confined quarters

F Reach above Shoulder level Other:

F Use fine finger movements

Must Carry / Lift Loads of: F Light (up to 25#) F Moderate (25-50#) F Heavy (>50#)

Background checks or licensing requirements

Candidates must pass in order to qualify for the position:

Ø Criminal background check

Ø Reference checks

Ø Education verification

Ø Licensing verification, if applicable

Ø Medicare Exclusion List, if applicable

Ø Drug test

Disclaimer:

This position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications which may be required of the employee assigned to the position. Frequent changes may occur in the job duties and assignments due to the nature of episodic patient flows and volumes. Cross-functionality, teamwork and flexibility are keys to success in the position. The information listed is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. This job description is not intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.

Receipt of this job description does not imply or create a promise of employment, nor an employment contract of any kind; employment with the company is at-will. The signatures below indicate that the employee and supervisor reviewed the position description on the date shown.