Respiratory Care Practitioner WEO

ID 2025-33063
Location
Wesley Long Hospital
Work Location
US-NC-Greensboro
Division : Name
Wesley Long Hospital
Department : Name
WLCH-Respiratory Care
Category
RESPIRATORY THERAPY
Position Sub-Category
RESP THERAPIST
Position Type
Benefit Eligible (12-39 hours/week)
Employment Type
Employee
Exempt/NonExempt
Non-Exempt
FTE
0.75
Workforce Status
Onsite
Work Hours
30.00
Provider Schedule (specific schedule)
Every Saturday and Sunday 7:00am-7:00pm, then one 12hr shift 7:00am-7:00pm every other week
On call Required
No
Sub Category
Respiratory Therapist

Overview

The Respiratory Care Practitioner (Weekend Option) delivers high doses of ionizing radiation to specific areas of the patient?s body for the treatment of disease, specifically cancer. This role follows specific treatment plans created by radiation oncologists, which outline the type, dose, and duration of radiation therapy required for each patient. This role uses advanced technology such as linear accelerators and other radiation delivery devices to precisely direct radiation beams to the targeted area.

Responsibilities


Follows treatment plans and parameters to deliver precise radiation doses to targeted areas, minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissues.
Positions and immobilizes patients on treatment tables, ensuring they are in the correct posture for effective radiation targeting.
Conducts pre-treatment verifications, which involve ensuring that equipment settings align with the prescribed treatment plan.
Provides patients with explanations about treatment procedures, potential side effects, and what to expect during their sessions.
Offers patients emotional support, addressing concerns and promoting a comfortable treatment experience.
Implements measures to protect patients, staff, and themselves from unnecessary radiation exposure during treatment sessions.
Documents treatment details, equipment settings, patient reactions, and any observations.
Monitors patients for any adverse reactions and communicate effectively with the healthcare team about any changes or concerns.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications


EDUCATION:
Required: HS Diploma or equivalent; Graduate of accredited RT program

EXPERIENCE:
Required: 3 years of experience working in acute clinical care, or completion of equivalent acute care clinical rotations

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY/LISTING:
Required: Certified by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a RRT. Must be licensed by the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board as a CRT or RRT; BLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider; ACLS-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider

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