Radiation Therapy Aide (Current Mayo RTT students only)
About The Position
The Radiation Therapy Aide prioritizes multiple duties in a fast-paced environment and performs clerical, electronic, and patient-care tasks that support patient flow in the department. The aide supports radiation therapists and department personnel, including assisting at reception, transporting patients by wheelchair or cart, and cleaning and stocking department supplies. Under the direction of staff radiation therapists, the aide assists with daily care of cancer patients and radiation treatment delivery. Tasks include helping with patient setups, providing lift assistance, cleaning equipment and patient devices, escorting patients between waiting rooms and treatment areas, and contacting support personnel as needed. The aide communicates positively, works independently, and adapts to changing departmental needs. Work may involve varied hours and shift lengths, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, at locations outside required educational clinical hours.
Requirements
- High school diploma and two years of college education, specifically completion of prerequisites for a Radiation Therapy Program.
- Must be a current student in Mayo Clinic's Radiation Therapy program in Arizona and maintain student status for the duration of the position.
- Ability to learn and apply complex procedures.
- Knowledge of Radiation Oncology.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- BLS certification required within 90 days.
Responsibilities
- Prioritize and perform multiple job duties efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Perform clerical, electronic, and patient-care duties to facilitate patient flow.
- Assist radiation therapists and department personnel with patient and departmental needs, including reception-desk support.
- Transport and transfer patients using wheelchairs or carts.
- Clean and stock supplies in the department.
- Assist with the daily care of cancer patients and the delivery of radiation treatments under the direction of staff radiation therapists.
- Help with patient setups and provide lift assistance.
- Clean equipment and patient devices.
- Escort patients to and from waiting rooms.
- Contact support personnel as needed for treatment and perform other tasks that improve patient throughput.
Benefits
- Multiple medical plan options.
- Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Affordable vision plan with a national network.
- HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Competitive retirement package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
