Radiation Therapist-Registry Eligible

Intermountain Health

2d • $39 - $60 • Onsite

About The Position

The Registry Eligible Radiation Therapist works under the license of a supervising Radiation Therapist and is responsible for the administration of ionizing radiation for therapeutic purposes in accordance with the prescription of the Radiation Oncologist. This position is accountable for the simulation of patients in preparation of radiation therapy, basic patient care, and education.

Requirements

• Enrolled in an accredited radiation therapy program
• ARRT board certified in Radiation Therapy within 6 months of hire date.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers
• Current licensure in state of practice as Radiologic Technologist withing 6 months of hire date.

Nice To Haves

• Clinical Processes
• Patient Care
• Communication
• Oncology
• Decision-Making
• Relationship development
• Problem Solving
• Empathy
• Flexibility

Responsibilities

• Interprets and implements prescription and treatment plan.
• Charts all simulation and treatment summaries.
• Documents and delivers prescribed radiation therapy.
• Perform simulation procedures, prepare immobilization devices.
• Obtains accurate measurements, contours, and other information as needed for dosimetry purposes.
• Performs daily equipment warm-up and quality assurance procedures, evaluates and assesses treatment machine operations.
• Performs in adherence to strict radiation safety guidelines.
• Assists in clinical training and evaluation of student therapists if applicable.
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Responsible for basic patient care during patient delivery, assists with patient education, observes and monitors day-to-day clinical progress of patients for signs of treatment symptoms.
• Provides accurate daily billing information for all treatment related procedures.
• Responsible for scheduling and treating patients in a timely and professional manner.

Benefits

• generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed