Radiation Therapist PRN, Acute

Lifepoint Health • Georgetown, KY

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Centerpoint Health - Georgetown is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Radiation Therapist joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
More about our team
Centerpoint Health - Georgetown places trust and confidence in our employees and patients on making the important decision on where you seek your healthcare. We are a dedicated team that share our mission and our culture of safe and compassionate care.
How you’ll contribute
A radiation therapist who excels in this role:
Under the direct supervision of the Radiation Therapy Manager and according to established policies and procedures, a Radiation Therapist is responsible for providing radiation treatments to patients as prescribed by the physician according to established standards and practices. Work is of a confidential nature. Performs other work of the department as required. In Addition to:

Requirements

• One to two years of experience in radiation therapy preferred.
• Registry or registry eligible as a radiation therapist in good standing required.
• Knowledgeable in health care informatics-including the resources, devices and methods to acquire, store and retrieve data. Tools include computers as well as clinical guidelines, current medical terminology, information and communication systems.
• Possess good communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate the exchange of information with patients, family members, and the radiation oncology treatment team as well as outside entities.
• Has high level critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Works independently, but in collaboration with the Radiation Oncology team.
• Has working knowledge of radiation safety principles and practices as well as current rules and regulations of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and other regulatory agencies
• Applicants should have a current radiologic technologist and technician (ARRT) in the stat of KY.
• Radiation Therapy Certification required
• BLS Certification

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and Experience with Aria, Eclipse Treatment Planning, and Phillips CT software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Providing radiation treatments to patients as prescribed by the physician according to established standards and practices.
• Work is of a confidential nature.
• Performs other work of the department as required.

Benefits

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Free Parking on site

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees