Radiation Therapist | Casual On-Call

Gundersen Health System • La Crosse, WI

2d • $33

About The Position

Emplify Health by Gundersen is seeking a skilled and dedicated individual to join our Radiation Oncology team as a casual on-call Radiation Therapist supporting our La Crosse and Tomah locations. As a Radiation Therapist, you will be responsible for operating radiation therapy equipment to precisely simulate and treat patients with prescribed doses of ionizing radiation as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist. You will also organize daily treatment and simulation schedule in cooperation with other therapists and the departmental secretary for efficient department operation. Perform daily warm-up of all equipment according to department policies and maintain supplies in the treatment room, simulator room, and the film stock. You will perform routine beam-on time or monitor setting calculations according to prescription and have calculation reviewed by Radiation Oncologist and Radiation Physicist according to departmental policies.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Radiotherapy Technology from an accredited school or 120 credit hours toward a JCERT accredited bachelor program
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists-Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T) within three months of hire date
• Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (with hands on learning) from one of the following programs: American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to provide compassionate and empathetic care to patients
• Effective communication skills to interact with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals and staff

Nice To Haves

• Previous Radiation Therapy experience preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Operating radiation therapy equipment to precisely simulate and treat patients with prescribed doses of ionizing radiation as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist.
• Organize daily treatment and simulation schedule in cooperation with other therapists and the departmental secretary for efficient department operation.
• Perform daily warm-up of all equipment according to department policies and maintain supplies in the treatment room, simulator room, and the film stock.
• Perform routine beam-on time or monitor setting calculations according to prescription and have calculation reviewed by Radiation Oncologist and Radiation Physicist according to departmental policies.

Benefits

• Unlimited potential at one of the leading health systems in the midwestern United States
• A work environment that supports you personally and professionally, and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated
• Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, Continuing Education, and our Career Development Center
• Flexible Schedule
• Empowerment to shape your work environment, encouragement to improve processes and create efficiencies, and support when seeking opportunities for growth
• Culture that encourages self-care and provides you with opportunities to be your best self at work and at home
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages, as applicable, ensuring your comfort and well-being as a valuable team member
• Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, our Tuition Investment Program, Career Development Center, and online continuing education courses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees