Radiation Therapist, Radiation Oncology, Registry, Days
About The Position
UChicago Medicine is a world-class academic healthcare system seeking a Registry Radiation Therapist for their Hyde Park Radiation Oncology clinic. In this role, the Radiation Therapist, under the general supervision of the Radiation Oncologist, administers ionizing radiation and participates in the planning of patients receiving radiation therapy. UChicago Medicine has been at the forefront of medicine since 1899, providing superior healthcare with compassion and a commitment to advancing medical innovation, serving community health needs, and moving collective knowledge forward. They are an equal opportunity employer, evaluating qualified applicants without regard to various protected characteristics. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to complete a pre-employment physical, background check, drug screening, and comply with flu vaccination requirements, with medical and religious exemptions considered.
Requirements
- A completed high school diploma or GED from an accredited educational body
- The satisfactory completion of a formal radiation therapy program from an AMA approved educational body
- Certification from the American Registry for Radiology Technologists (ARRT) or be eligible to sit for the board exam
- License with the Illinois Emergency Medical Agency (IEMA)
Responsibilities
- Support medical center and department policies
- Perform initial set-up checks, chart QA for new set-ups, & maintain consistency in daily setups
- Maintain a clean and orderly work area
- Perform simulation and treatment procedures
- Assist with training and evaluation of radiation therapy students
- Ensure adherence to patient safety standards
- Participate in the evaluation of treatment devices
- Participate and support department QA and QI initiatives
- Adhere to Radiation Protection guidelines at all times
- Attend staff meetings and department in-services
- Maintain compliance with medical center and regulatory agency standards in regard to annual training, infection control, and credentialing requirements
- Support the team concept and departmental goals
- Performs other duties as requested by senior management
Benefits
- Transparency in compensation and benefits
- Full complement of benefit options for eligible roles
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
