Radiation Therapy Assistant Job at Banner Health, Tucson, AZ

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  • Banner Health
  • Tucson, AZ

Job Description

**Primary City/State:** Tucson, Arizona **Department Name:** C/P-Radiation Oncology-Clin-NC **Work Shift:** Varied **Job Category:** Clinical Care You have a place in the health care industry. There's more to health care than IV bags and trauma rooms. We support all staff members as they find the path that is right for them. If you're looking to leverage your abilities - you belong at Banner Health. Apply today. This is an excellent opportunity for a student enrolled in the UA in either a math or physics program. As the Radiation Therapy Assistant, you will provide clinic support by completing quality assurance tasks related to the delivery of radiation therapy. **Location:** Radiation Oncology 3838 N Campbell Ave Bldg. 2 **Hours:** Part Time 20 hour per week role. Monday - Friday, Late Afternoons University Medical Center Tucson PBCs Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is nationally recognized for providing exceptional patient care, teaching future health-care professionals and conducting ground breaking research. Also located on the campus is Diamond Children's - recognized for its specialized pediatric services including neonatal and intensive care, emergency medicine and cancer therapies. Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is a Level 1 Trauma Center, meaning we care for the most critically injured patients. The hospital is consistently listed among the nation's top hospitals in the prestigious Best Hospitals ranking by U.S. News & World Report. The hospital's physicians are full-time faculty of the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson. Our specialty services include comprehensive heart and cancer care, advanced neuroscience techniques and a multi-organ transplant program. POSITION SUMMARY This position provides clinic support by completing quality assurance tasks related to the delivery of radiation therapy. Tasks would include completion of daily quality assurance measurements, analyzing quality assurance measurements under the guidance of the Qualified Medical Physicist, daily warmup procedures of radiation therapy equipment, and assistance with beam data gathering as needed under the direction of a Qualified Medical Physicist. The daily duties of the job will vary from warmup procedures to quality assurance tasks as directed and may flux in volume due to the needs of the clinic. CORE FUNCTIONS 1. Assist Radiation Oncology staff with daily quality assurance measures under the guidance and supervision of physics, dosimetry, therapy or leadership personnel. 2. Generate templated reports specific to quality assurance measurements to indicate both quality assurance completion and adherence with predetermined departmental standards, with responsible and timely reporting of any issues or non-adherence. 3. Assist Radiation Oncology staff with machine quality assurance directly related to morning warm up procedures to ready the clinic for the workday. 4. Assist Radiation Oncology personnel with distribution of supplies for radiation therapy treatment, quality assurance tasks and beam calibration activities as needed. 5. Participate and assist in monthly, bi-annual, and annual beam collecting activities under the guidance of Radiation Oncology Physics staff, assist with data reporting and preparation as directed by physics. 6. Assist with setup procedures as directed and under the supervision on Radiation Therapy staff. 7. Participate in Radiation Oncology meetings/projects as directed by Radiation Oncology personnel, including but not limited to department chart rounds, service line meetings, section meetings, directed department teaching by faculty, or individual instruction assigned by Radiation Oncology staff to further understanding in the field. 8. Assist with routine calibration of Radiation Oncology equipment under the supervision of Radiation Oncology staff. PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENT FACTORS IP - Typical Indirect Patient Care Environment: (CSPD Instrument Technician, Lab Technician, Pharmacist) Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequently. May be required to lift up to 75 pounds. Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and body fluids. Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone. May require periodic to frequent use of personal computer. Off-site travel may be required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge. Must be detail oriented and understand the important of the technical procedures related to QA. They must be willing to learn new skills and then be able to demonstrate capability of performing those tasks unassisted. Must demonstrate effective communication skills, human relations skills, and be safety conscious. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Interest or previous experience in the field of Radiation Oncology, such as a Medical Physics or Radiation Therapy preferred. Additional related education and/or experience preferred. **EEO Statement:** EEO/Disabled/Veterans ( Our organization supports a drug-free work environment. **Privacy Policy:** Privacy Policy ( EOE/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans Banner Health supports a drug-free work environment. Banner Health complies with applicable federal and state laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or disability

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Full time, Part time, Shift work, Day shift, Monday to Friday,

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