Radiation Therapist | 40 hours per week | Radiation Oncology

Great River Health • West Burlington, IA

120d • $35

About The Position

Operates radiotherapeutic, radiologic and ancillary equipment to provide radiation treatments as directed by physicians; performs a variety of radiotherapeutic, radiologic, clerical and quality assurance duties. Provide radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by a radiation oncologist according to established practices and standards. Duties may include reviewing prescription and diagnosis; acting as liaison with physician and supportive care personnel; preparing equipment, such as immobilization, treatment, and protection devices; and maintaining records, reports, and files. May assist in dosimetry procedures and tumor localization.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree (AA)
• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiation Therapy Technology
• 1-3 years Health care experience

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities
• Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications
• Knowledge of electronic equipment, computer hardware and software
• Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies for security operations
• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design
• Using logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions
• Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure equipment is working properly
• Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options
• Controlling operations of equipment or systems while conducting tests and inspections
• The ability to listen, communicate clearly, understand information and ideas in both speech and writing

Responsibilities

• Obtains clinical indication for exam; adheres to prescription given by physician
• Simulation of radiation treatments
• Dosimetry: calculations, computer planning, custom devices, calculations and manufacture
• Review prescription, diagnosis, patient chart, and identification
• Position patients for treatment with accuracy according to prescription
• Administer prescribed doses of radiation to specific body parts, using radiation therapy equipment according to established practices and standards
• Check radiation therapy equipment to ensure proper operation
• Follow principles of radiation protection for patient, self, and others
• Maintain records, reports and files as required, including such information as radiation dosages, equipment settings and patients' reactions
• Conduct treatment sessions, in accordance with the long-term treatment plan and under the general direction of the patient's physician
• Observe and reassure patients during treatment and report unusual reactions to physician or turn equipment off if unexpected adverse reactions occur
• Monitor actual treatment dosages delivered during each session

Benefits

• Competitive base pay
• Matching retirement programs
• Health, Dental and Vision plans
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee discounts including car rental, cell-phone plans
• Employer-paid, Long-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Discounted cafeteria meals
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Service Recognition program
• Voluntary plans including: Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees