Radiation Therapist Casual On-Call
Radiation Therapist Casual On-Call
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Schedule Weekly Hours:
0Gundersen Health System is seeking a skilled and dedicated individual to join our Radiation Oncology team as a casual oncall Radiation Therapist.
What Youll Do:
The Radiation Therapist is responsible for operating radiation therapy equipment to precisely simulate and treat patients with prescribed doses of ionizing radiation as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist.
Whats Available:
Casual OnCall (nonbenefit eligible position)
Will train/orientate as close to fulltime as possible for 812 weeks at both La Crosse and Tomah locations
8hr day shifts Monday through Friday; no weekends call or holiday
Must work a minimum of 3 shifts per quarter able to pick up additional shifts as desired/available
Starting pay is $33.35/hr and up commensurate with your years of experience
What Youll Need:
Associate degree in Radiotherapy Technology from an accredited school or 120 credit hours toward a JCERT accredited bachelor program
American Registry of Radiologic TechnologistsRadiation Therapy (ARRTT) within three months of hire date
Current InfantAdult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (with hands on learning) from one of the following programs: American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Strong customer service skills with the ability to provide compassionate and empathetic care to patients
Effective communication skills to interact with patients families and other healthcare professionals and staff
Previous Radiation Therapy experience preferred but not required
What Youll Get:
A work environment that supports you personally and professionally and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated
Flexible Schedule
Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities Continuing Education and our Career Development Center
Unlimited potential at one of the leading health systems in the midwestern United States
Are you ready for an incredible adventure working in an awardwinning culture Join the Gundersen Radiation Oncology team and be part of a wellrespected essential part of the health care team delivering Love Medicine!
About Gundersen Health System:
Gundersen Health System is the leading provider of primary and specialized care in western Wisconsin southeast Minnesota and northeast Iowa serving more than 500000 residents throughout 19 counties annually. Our physicianled notforprofit healthcare system includes a 325bed teaching hospital and Level II Trauma Center; community clinics; affiliate hospitals clinics and nursing homes; behavioral health services; vision centers; pharmacies; and air and ground ambulance services. Together we inspire your best life by relentlessly caring learning and innovating.
Job Description:
The Radiation Therapist is responsible for operating radiation therapy equipment to precisely simulate and treat patients with prescribed doses of ionizing radiation as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist.
Major Responsibilities:
1. Works with GundersenHealth Systempatients to accurately deliver the prescribed course of radiation therapy. Responsible for documentation of daily treatment and communicates with the Radiation Oncologist. Reports any variations or suggested changes in the policies to the Radiation Oncologist or the Medical Physicist.
2. Performs precise simulation procedures. Checks with the Radiation Oncologist for completeness of the simulation procedure. Completely records all patient and machine setup parameters. Explains procedures to the patient as required. Obtains patient consent signature. Performs periodic processor quality control procedures.
3. Responsible for demonstrating effective communication and interpersonal sensitivity with patients. Observes patient for unusual reaction or events. Discusses with patient physical and emotional feelings and relays these to the Radiation Oncologist.
4. Organizes daily treatment and simulation schedule in cooperation with other therapists and the departmental secretary for efficient department operation.
5. Performs daily warmup of all equipment according to department policies. Maintains supplies in the treatment room simulator room and the film stock.
6. Carefully observes and follows all departmental radiation mechanical and electrical safety policies. Pays particular attention to patient safety in regard to transferring patients on and off treatment couch and in placement of shielding devices above the patient. Keeps rooms and equipment clean and safe for operation. Reports any erratic machine operation or potential unsafe situations to the Medical Physicist.
7. Performs routine beamon time or monitor setting calculations according to prescription. Has calculation reviewed by Radiation Oncologist and Radiation Physicist according to departmental policies.
8. Performs assigned weekly chart checks according to departmental procedures.
9. Responsible for clinical instruction to students of the UWL/GundersenHealth SystemRTT Internship Program.
10. Adheres to regular and predictable attendance.
11. Personally interacts engages with and cares for patients.
12. Ensures patient safety.
13. Performs other jobrelated responsibilities as requested.
Education and Learning:
REQUIRED
Associate degree in Radiotherapy Technology from an accredited school or 120 credit hours toward a JCERT accredited bachelor program
DESIRED
Bachelors degree in Radiation Therapy
Work Experience:
REQUIRED
No experience required.
DESIRED
1 year
License and Certifications:
REQUIRED
American Registry of Radiologic TechnologistsRadiation Therapy (ARRTT) within three months of hire date Current InfantAdult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (with hands on learning) from one of the following programs; American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Age Specific Population Served:
Infant (less than 1 year)
Pediatric 1 12 years)
Adolescent 13 17 years)
Adult 18 64 years)
Geriatric 65 years & older)
OSHA Category:
Category I All Employees in this job title have a reasonably anticipated risk of occupational exposure to blood and/or other potentially infectious materials.
Environmental Conditions:
Exposed to infectious diseases.
Frequently in close quarters.
Physical Requirements/Demands Of The Position:
Walking/Standing Continually 67100 or 8 hours)
Stooping/Bending Frequently 3466 or 5.5 hours)
Reaching Shoulder Level Frequently 3466 or 5.5 hours)
Reaching Below Shoulder Frequently 3466 or 5.5 hours)
Reaching Above Shoulder Frequently 3466 or 5.5 hours)
Lifting Other Frequently 3466 or 5.5 hours)
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Equal Opportunity Employer
Employment Type
Part-Time
