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Posted: 01-Jan-26
Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico
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Internal Number: 70059345
POSITION SUMMARY: Performs lead duties for the Radiation Oncology Unit. Administers radiation therapy and performs therapy simulations per physician prescription. Monitors, participates and implements Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement procedures. Simulates and treats patients according to the physician?s prescription.
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy Technology Program. Associate?s or Bachelor?s degree, or Certificate in Radiation Therapy Technology.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: Registered and certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) as an RTT. Current New Mexico State license.
SKILLS:
- Ability to operate a linear accelerator, computerized record and verify system, portal imager, CT/simulator, HDR and ultrasound
- Excellent computer skills and trouble shooting ability.
EXPERIENCE: 5 years of prior experience as a radiation therapist required. 2 years of previous lead experience preferred.
NATURE OF SUPERVISION:
-Responsible to: Manager, Medical Psychics
ENVIRONMENT:
- Bloodborne pathogens - B
Exposure to radiation, chemotherapy drugs, Hepatitis B, contagious diseases, infected wounds and needle puncture inherent in an acute care setting.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to move quickly, bending, stretching, lifting patients of all weights with assistance, pulling or pushing wheelchairs and stretchers. Manual dexterity, good vision, hearing and speech. Ability to lift heavy objects above the head or below knee level.