Radiation Therapist
About The Position
Join our exceptional Radiation Therapy team at Advocate Condell Medical Center, the only Level I Trauma Center in Lake County, located on a beautiful campus in the heart of Libertyville. Advocate Condell is recognized for delivering advanced, compassionate care and offers a collaborative environment where teammates are valued and supported. Schedule Full-time, first shift Monday through Friday Flexible scheduling with either: Four 10-hour shifts, or Five 8-hour shifts Weekend call rotation approximately every 4 to 5 weeks Why Join Our Team? You'll be a part of a close-knit team of four Radiation Therapists and a Team Lead who genuinely enjoy working together both inside and outside the department. Our culture is built on teamwork, collaboration, and supporting one another while delivering outstanding patient care. What Sets Our Team Apart? Our team is known for its strong sense of family, supportive culture, and commitment to excellence. We care for a diverse patient population while fostering a positive and welcoming environment where every teammate can grow and succeed.
Requirements
- ARRT registry-eligible or ARRT license.
- IDNS license.
- BLS Certified
- Radiation Oncology Certificate and/or Associates degree in Radiation Therapy Technology.
- Developing ability to work as a team player.
- Developing ability to work with ill patients and families in an empathetic fashion.
- Computer knowledge.
- This position requires heavy lifting of equipment and patients. Must be able to lift 20lbs. repeatedly.
- Standard precautions for dealing with body substances and hazardous materials.
- Standard precautions for radiation safety as per IDNS.
- Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available.
- Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Responsibilities
- Administers Radiation Therapy treatments in compliance with physician prescription and treatment plan.
- Is able to reproduce setup in the treatment room as indicated in treatment chart utilizing appropriate positioning aides.
- Maintains visual and audible contact with patients at all times.
- Reports all errors to the Supervisor, Radiation Oncology.
- Reports all pertinent information regarding patient care to supervisor, Radiation Oncology.
- Maintains accurate treatment records.
- Accurately records any variation in the daily treatment in the IMPAC management system (electronic chart).
- Assures the proper billing and statistics are done with each patient treatment.
- Assures that dose addition is accurate on a daily basis.
- Assists the physician in localizing tumor volumes using radiographic techniques.
- Measures and records parameters for reproducibility of setup.
- Performs planning CT's that are to the exact specification directed by the physician
- Utilizes treatment aides or immobilization devices per Radiation Oncology.
- Create's an electronic patient chart according to Radiation Oncology standards and current practice/procedure.
- Utilizes "OBI" (On Board Imaging) for imaging and field size verification.
- Computes dose calculations utilizing treatment parameters and data according to departmental standards for emergency patients.
- Interprets computer plans and adapts them for usage in the treatment room
- Performs and records daily and weekly QA machine checks.
- Observes and reports any malfunction or operational problem to the Service Engineer or Supervisor.
- Assures that checks are being done as scheduled per departmental and state requirements.
- Participates in the early morning warm-up program.
- Assists in the orientation and education of patients regarding treatments and side effects.
- Reinforces Radiation Oncologist and nurse’s advice regarding side effects.
- Reports any unusual side effects to Nursing and/or Radiation Oncologist.
- Facilitates patient and family participation in self-care based on age and disease.
- Refers patients to Nursing and/or Radiation Oncologist if problem is identified.
- Explains procedure to be performed to patient.
- Instructs and supervises Radiation Therapy students while training at facility.
- Instructs students on the safe usage of equipment according to departmental standards and procedures.
- Supervises students at ALL times during treatment setup and simulation.
- Evaluates students on performance in a timely fashion as requested by Education Director.
- Assures a safe, clean and sanitary environment for patients and personnel.
- Routinely cleans patient treatment area.
- Routinely cleans patient positioning supplies.
- Appearance and uniform complies with departmental standard.
Benefits
- Benefits starting on Day One
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Professional growth and development opportunities
- Supportive leadership committed to your success
- Opportunity to work for a nationally recognized health system and Level I Trauma Center
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
