Radiation Therapist- Brian Moran Cancer Institute

Duly Health and Care • Schaumburg, IL

5h • Onsite

About The Position

This full-time Radiation Therapist position is located at the Brian Moran Cancer Institute in Schaumburg, with clinic hours from 6:30am-4:00pm. The role involves administering radiation therapy to patients, ensuring the prescribed treatment plan is followed, and providing patient care and support. Responsibilities include assessing patient conditions, operating specialized equipment, maintaining treatment records, and assisting physicians with procedures.

Requirements

• Successful completion of an accredited course study in Radiation Oncology Technology
• Meets eligibility requirements for ARRT(T) examination and completes examination within six months of eligibility
• Licensure by State of Illinois - IEMA Division of Nuclear Safety
• Obtains continuing education credits as required
• Maintains CPR certification

Nice To Haves

• ARRT(T) registered
• 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. Review radiation oncologist's prescribed dose prior to the administration of radiation; checks to ensure that prescribed doses are mathematically correct and when needed, consults with the radiation physicist and/or treatment plan to determine factors for treatment.
• Assists and monitors patient during treatment; recognizes significant complications, notes, problems, complaints or occurrences; notifies physician as needed. Able to answer patient questions and provide 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

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits that include healthcare navigation assistance.
• Access to a mental health benefit at no cost.
• Employer provided life and disability insurance.
• $5,250 Tuition Reimbursement per year.
• Immediate 401(k) match.
• 40 hours paid volunteer time off.
• A culture committed to community engagement and social impact.
• Up to 12 weeks parental leave at 100% pay and a financial benefit for adoption and surrogacy for non-physician team members once eligibility requirements are met.

What This Job Offers

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