$97,000 – $121KMidFull Time
Position Summary
At Stony Brook Medicine, a TH Radiation Therapist I, is a valuable member of our team, who provides clinical services to our patient population. The incumbent will be a member of our radiation oncology clinical team. The candidate will be responsible for the daily operation of numerous radiation treatment machines including proper documentation of treatment procedures and billing for daily treatment activity.
This is a full time staff radiation therapist position. This person is responsible for administering daily treatment on Varian accelerators to patients using various treatment techniques along with simulating and scheduling patient for treatments. This person reports directly to the Assistant Director of Radiation Therapy.
Qualified candidates will demonstrate superior patient care and possess outstanding communication skills while adhering to our high standard of excellence.
Duties of a TH Radiation Therapist I in the Radiation Oncology Department may include the following but are not limited to:
Treatment Responsibilities: Deliver prescribed therapeutic doses of radiation in accordance with physician orders. Correctly prepare, operate and monitor radiotherapy equipment and accessories. Interpret portal vision films and on board imaging. Prepare immobilization devices and bolus material. Coordinate service with nursing staff, clerical staff, in-patient transporters and physics staff. Assist in clinical instruction of students.
Scheduling: Ensure daily coverage of therapists on all treatment machines. Preform daily review of all new patient and cone down data in the record and verify system. Arrange daily appointments for treatments and simulations.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Graduate of an approved program in Radiation Therapy, NYS License in Radiation Therapy, Member of ASRT and ARRT, minimum 3 years of experience
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Varian Accelerators, CT simulations and ARIA record and verify system. Experience performing various treatments to include SBRT, IMRT, HDR and SRS.
Special Notes: Resume/CV should be included with the online application.
Posting Overview: This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised on the application that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date).
If within the initial review no candidate was selected to fill the position posted, additional applications will be considered for the posted position; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimal, two weeks after the initial posting date. Please note, that if no candidate were identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting would close for review, and possibly reposted at a later date.
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Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:
Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.
*The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.
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Anticipated Pay Range:
The salary range (or hiring range) for this position is $97,000 - $121,000 Base
The above salary range represents SBUH’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The specific salary offer will be based on the candidate’s validated years of comparable experience. Any efforts to inflate or misrepresent experience are grounds for disqualification from the application process or termination of employment if hired.
Some positions offer annual supplemental pay such as:
Location pay for UUP, CSEA & PEF full-time positions ($4000)
Your total compensation goes beyond the number in your paycheck. SBUH provides generous leave, health plans, and a state pension that add to your bottom line.
