JOB PURPOSE

The Radiation Therapist 3, with minimal supervision is responsible for developing, interpreting, implementing new processes and guidelines as it relates to the therapist in CT SIM and the treatment units. They are expected to participate in each site group and maintain the standard guidelines as it relates to each region treated in collaboration with medical physicist, dosimetrist, and oncologists.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Active member in good standing with CAMRT
• Minimum 3 years of progressive experience in radiation therapy and demonstrated leadership ability is required
• Graduate of accredited school of Radiation Therapy
• Knowledgeable in developing policies, radiation therapy procedures and techniques, treatment planning and calculation software, radiation and workplace health and safety, Quality assurance practices and guidelines including occurrence reporting

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with Medical Physicists, Dosimetrists, and Radiation Oncologists in relation to new and existing standard guidelines for each region treated and communicate while educating therapist group.
• Maintain existing process and clinical tasks relating to CT SIM and treatment units.
• Active therapist on treatment units.
• Responsible for training of existing and new therapists where required and for coordinating student rotations and labs when necessary.
• Provides direction and makes decisions regarding technical problems and consults with Medical Physicist and Radiation Oncologist.
• Participates in continuing education to ensure therapists become fully competent in the utilization of new equipment through appropriate training and in services: Revise current treatment techniques and coordinates upgrading.
• Liaises and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team regarding radiation therapy issues including the Radiation Safety Officer to ensure patient and staff safety practices, policies comply with CNSC guidelines.

COMPETENCIES

Competencies identified by Horizon Health Network:

• Strategic Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Communication
• Decision Making
• Teamwork and Collaboration

Interested? Apply Today?

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.

About Horizon's Recruitment Process

We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Horizon's recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon's hiring purposes.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.