Radiation Therapist — Paducah Cancer Center — PRN

Job Summary

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This role directs the daily operations of the treatment area to ensure quality patient care and promotes radiation therapy standards and safety standards. This role is actively involved in patient care and assists in planning services to achieve hospital objectives. The Radiation Therapist works under the guidance of the Radiation Oncologist, Physicist, and Manager to deliver high-quality care and services.

Essential Functions:

• Sets up treatment rooms, devices, and parameters as ordered by the Radiation Oncologist.
• Identifies patients and monitors them during treatment.
• Reinforces instructions and maintains patient markings.
• Positions patients according to prescriptions, requiring physical effort and mental application.
• Coordinates treatment area activities and scheduling.
• Documents thoroughly in treatment records.
• Performs simulations, brachytherapy procedures, and daily quality checks on equipment.
• Maintains equipment, reports problems, and observes radiation safety practices.
• Assists in treatment device changes and follows instructions from Radiation Oncologists.
• Performs ancillary duties, such as filing, answering phones, and monitoring supplies.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education:

N/A

Required Licensing & Certifications:

• License in State of practice in Radiation Oncology (required, except for candidates hired to acute care sites in Virginia)
• Radiation Oncology Certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (required)
• CPR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (required)

Experience:

• 1 year Experience in Radiation Therapy and CT Simulation (preferred)

Skills & Abilities:

• Communicates effectively by demonstrating strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Reads and interprets written/ oral instructions.
• Set and meets deadlines.
• Prioritizes work.
• Works independently.
• Identifies and understands issues and problems.
• Must be flexible and able to adapt to change.

Training:

N/A

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer
• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Department:

Radiation Oncology Svc - Lourdes

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