OPSEU

Job Title: DRCC Radiation Therapist
Status: Regular Full Time
Department: DRCC Radiation Treatment
Program: DRCC Patient Care
8 Hour Shifts, days/evenings/weekends/on-call Schedule (Subject to Change)
Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa
Wage Schedule: $38.440 - $53.570 per hour
Posting Reference: 2500001922
This position is open to all qualified OPSEU staff throughout Lakeridge Health commencing 26 June 2025 and closing at 11:59 pm on 4 July 2025.

POSITION SUMMARY:

To perform all aspects of the radiation treatment process: patient care, patient education, simulation, treatment planning, treatment delivery and treatment monitoring within the regional radiation therapy program in compliance with the Standards of Practice of the College of Medical Radiation Technologists of Ontario.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• MRT(T). Graduate of a recognized Radiation Therapy training program with registration with the Canadian Medical Radiation Technologists of Ontario;
• Membership of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists recommended;
• Current CPR registration;
• Excellent technical, communication and interpersonal skills;
• Demonstrated initiative, problem solving skills and adaptability;
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
• Must have a satisfactory performance record;
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health’s comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient, and environmental safety and participation in regular in service education in this area;

• Perform all radiation treatment and planning procedures to ensure accurate delivery of a prescribed course of radiation therapy including: simulation, treatment delivery, basic dosimetry and brachytherapy;
• Maintain an accurate record of all aspects of the treatment procedure, calculations, dose and all other relevant information;
• Educate patients in all aspects of their prescribed treatment in accordance with the teaching standards as set out in MDRCC policy;
• Interpret, assess and verify all treatment parameters, including dose distribution, simulator images, treatment accessories and R&V data;
• Assess patient related problems and decide on the appropriate course of action;
• Perform daily quality assurance procedures for assigned unit;
• Maintain updated knowledge of departmental techniques and policies;
• Participate in the development and execution of quality assurance procedures;
• Maintain continuing competency through attending continuing education programs;
• Work at satellite locations within regional program (Peterborough); and
• Other duties as assigned.