Radiation Therapist, UPMC Divine Providence - Casual (Per Diem)

Under the direction of a Radiation Oncologist at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, UPMC Divine Providence Campus in Williamsport, PA, the Radiation Therapist delivers prescribed radiation treatments to patients and obtains localization images as planned. This role involves assisting physicians or nurses with the administration of contrast agents during treatment localization, performing measurements for treatment calculations, and accurately documenting and inputting treatment-related data.

Responsibilities:

Clinical Operations:

+ Assist in the orientation and supervision of students during clinical rotations and evaluate their performance.
+ Use effective communication and interpersonal skills to explain treatment-related procedures.
+ Observe and report expected and unexpected patient reactions to treatments.
+ Reinforce patient education on side effect management and report non-compliance to medical/nursing staff.
+ Maintain a safe and orderly treatm...