Radiation Therapist

Radiation Therapist at Duke Health summary :

A Radiation Therapist at Duke Health provides compassionate care by delivering prescribed radiation therapy to diverse patient populations under the supervision of a Radiation Oncologist. The role involves preparing treatment rooms, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining accurate records while adhering to state and national regulations. With a focus on patient communication and safety, the therapist plays a crucial part in the cancer care team at one of the top-ranked hospitals in North Carolina.

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About Duke University Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States and is the number one hospital in North Carolina, according to U.S. News and World Report for 2023-2024. Duke University Hospital is the largest of Duke Health's three hospitals and features 1048 patient beds, 65 operating rooms, as well as comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency / trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.

• This Position is Eligible for up to $8,000 Relocation and $15,000 Commitment Bonus

General Description of the Job Class

Apply ionizing radiation to the patient (inclusive of pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations) in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the Radiation Oncologist and under the general supervision of the Chief Therapist.

Duties and Responsibilities of this Level

Required Qualifications at this Level

Education

Satisfactory completion of a 24 month course in radiology technology and a 12 month course in radiation therapy technology; or

Satisfactory completion of a 24 month course in radiation therapy technology; or

Registered nurse who has satisfactorily completed a 12-month course in radiation therapy technology; or

Satisfactory completion of a Bachelor of Science degree in radiation therapy.

Experience

One year clinical training in Radiation Therapy.

Degrees, Licensure, and / or Certification

Current licensure as required by state or national authority and / or certification or board eligible in Radiation Therapy by the American Registry of Radiology Technology.

Maintain ARRT certification in radiation therapy with a minimum of documented 12 hours of continuing education.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge in principles, practices and procedures involved in the operation of ionizing radiographic and radiation therapy equipment.

Knowledge of the human anatomy and proper positioning of the patient to provide treatment as prescribed.

Ability to administer CPR in a medical emergency.

Distinguishing Characteristics of this Level

N / A

Duke is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions : Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essentialjob functions that require specific physical and / or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

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