Radiation Therapist - Oncology - St. Joseph Cancer Care Center

Mercy Health BSMH • Warren, OH

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About The Position

Mercy Health is a faith-based, patient-focused organization committed to compassion, human dignity, integrity, service, and stewardship. The Radiation Therapist at St. Joseph Cancer Care Center directs daily treatment-area operations to support quality patient care and promote radiation therapy and safety standards. The role is actively involved in patient care and assists with planning services to meet hospital objectives. The therapist works under the guidance of the Radiation Oncologist, Physicist, and Manager to deliver high-quality care and services.

The position involves preparing and operating treatment areas and equipment, supporting patients throughout treatment, coordinating activities and scheduling, documenting care, and performing simulations, brachytherapy procedures, and equipment quality checks. The therapist also maintains equipment, follows radiation safety practices, assists with treatment-device changes, and performs ancillary duties. Other job-related duties may be assigned, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Mercy Health offers benefits intended to support associates’ personal and professional well-being. Benefits may vary by market and employment status.

Requirements

• State license to practice in Radiation Oncology, except for candidates hired to acute care sites in Virginia.
• Radiation Oncology certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) certification.
• Communicate effectively, demonstrating strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Read and interpret written and oral instructions.
• Set and meet deadlines; prioritize work; and work independently.
• Identify and understand issues and problems.
• Be flexible and able to adapt to change.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience in Radiation Therapy and CT Simulation.

Responsibilities

• Set up treatment rooms, devices, and parameters as ordered by the Radiation Oncologist.
• Identify patients and monitor them during treatment.
• Reinforce patient instructions and maintain patient markings.
• Position patients according to prescriptions, using physical effort and mental application.
• Coordinate treatment-area activities and scheduling.
• Document thoroughly in treatment records.
• Perform simulations, brachytherapy procedures, and daily equipment quality checks.
• Maintain equipment, report problems, and follow radiation safety practices.
• Assist with treatment-device changes and follow instructions from Radiation Oncologists.
• Perform ancillary duties such as filing, answering phones, and monitoring supplies.
• Perform other job-related duties as required by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed