Radiation Therapist- Brian Moran Cancer Institute

Duly Health and Care • Schaumburg, IL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Radiation Therapist at Brian Moran Cancer Institute is a full-time position responsible for administering radiation therapy treatments to patients. This role involves ensuring patient safety, operating specialized equipment, monitoring patient conditions, and maintaining accurate treatment records. The position requires a strong understanding of radiation oncology principles and the ability to provide emotional support to patients and their families.

Requirements

• Successful completion of an accredited course study in Radiation Oncology Technology.
• Licensure by State of Illinois - IEMA Division of Nuclear Safety
• Obtains continuing education credits as required
• Maintains CPR certification

Nice To Haves

• Preferred ARRT(T) registered or meets eligibility requirements for examination. Examination must be completed within six months of eligibility
• Prefer 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.
• Reviews 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.
• 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree