Radiation Therapist - PRN - Radiation Oncology, Lisle

Dupage Medical Group • Lisle, IL

108d • $40 - $60

About The Position

The Radiation Therapist position is a PRN role located in Lisle, specifically within the Radiation Oncology department. The office hours are as needed, providing flexibility in scheduling. The position is based in Schaumburg, IL.

Requirements

• Successful completion of an accredited course study in Radiation Oncology Technology.
• Preferred ARRT(T) registered or meets eligibility requirements for examination; examination must be completed within six months of eligibility.
• Licensure by State of Illinois - IEMA Division of Nuclear Safety.
• Obtains continuing education credits as required.
• Maintains CPR certification.
• Prefer a minimum of one year of professional radiation therapist experience in a clinical or hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Takes steps and follows procedures to secure and safeguard patient and confidential information.
• Assesses patient's condition, age, size and other medical conditions to best determine if treatment can be performed within the prescribed plan.
• Reviews radiation oncologist's prescribed dose prior to the administration of radiation; checks to ensure that prescribed doses are mathematically correct and consults with the radiation physicist and/or treatment plan as needed.
• Assists and monitors patient during treatment; recognizes significant complications, notes problems, complaints or occurrences; notifies physician as needed.
• Answers patient questions and provides emotional support as needed.
• Operates specialized radiation therapy equipment; recognizes malfunctions and refers service as needed; selects technical factors per treatment plan.
• May arrange patient transportation to and from the department to provide patient care.
• Provides patient/significant other education and explanation of procedures being performed.
• Explains waiting times in excess of established protocol.
• Assists radiation oncologist/physicist with brachytherapy procedures.
• Maintains records of treatments and doses administered according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Performs chart checks as required; assists physicist with record keeping.
• Will perform all other duties/responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Base pay range of $40.00-60.00, with actual pay determined by factors such as skills, experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity.
• Additional compensation may be available through shift differentials, bonuses, and other incentives.
• Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees