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Come live and work in beautiful Soldotna Alaska where others dream of vacationing!
Peninsula Radiation Oncology Center is looking for a service oriented friendly and compassionate Radiation Therapist I to join an amazing closeknit team. Our team thrives in an uplifting environment where leaders lead with optimism colleagues lift each other up and recognition is part of everyday life. Whether its through mentoring support systems or celebrating achievements were here to help you succeed.
Soldotna is a wonderful community offering a wide array of outdoor activities including hiking trails fishing boating camping mountain biking and kayaking. Every day you will enjoy stunning views of the surrounding mountains!
Apply for an opportunity to be part of a team where your voice is valued your growth is supported and your work truly makes a difference!
Position Summary
The Radiation Therapist I delivers highquality radiation therapy treatments to patients in accordance with physician prescriptions and treatment plans. This position is responsible for operating radiation equipment accurately positioning patients and ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout treatment sessions. The role requires adherence to clinical protocols precise documentation of treatment data and collaboration with the care team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
The Radiation Therapist I must be able to handle multiple simultaneous tasks effectively and efficiently and are expected to demonstrate ENCORE in all communications.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Accurately deliver the prescribed planned course of radiation therapy under the direction of the prescribing radiation oncologist
Observe patients for unusual reactions and recognize signs and symptoms of developing complications during treatment course. Report/consult findings to appropriate staff
Implement care/services that recognize age diversity individual needs and/or issues of patients served
Confidently explain treatment procedures to patients as they are performed in a clear concise manner
Ability to answer patients and their families questions and defer appropriately when such questions are outside the scope of a Radiation Therapists credentials or education
Act as a representative for Radiation Business Solutions Anchorage Radiation Oncology Center and Auroura Integrated Oncology Foundation in the community showcasing ENCORE values
Reviews charges for accuracy and compliance with billing practices
Compliant with HIPAA practices
Maintain department records of daily treatment.
Review charts regularly for accuracy and perform audits as directed
Participate in code blue drills
Follow effective infection control procedures.
Responsible for daily warmup procedures for treatment equipment for quality assurance
Apply principles of ALARA to minimize exposure to patient self and others
Complete morning QA unsupervised reports errors and makes appropriate corrective care
Perform CT and clinical simulations accurately and efficiently
Prepare simulation rooms based on diagnostic notes
Order clinical blocks through dotDecimal
Understand and apply computerized treatment plans
Troubleshoot and resolve machine errors as needed
Communicate patient changes to senior therapists or supervisors
Open and close the center in compliance with facility policies
Ensure adherence to billing rules and regulations
Other Expectations/Skills
A collaborative approach to assisting clients and staff.
Selfmotivated with the ability to solve problems.
General knowledge of health information system ARIA/MOSAIQ
Reliable and extremely trustworthy.
Ability to maintain confidential and meticulous records.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Familiar with ASTROROILs reporting platform
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
Adaptability and willingness to remain flexible when changes occur
Exhibit ENCORE values
Key Attributes
ENCORE Values
Encourage others success
New ideas; anticipate problems
Create financial value for our clients
Ownership towards a solution
Reach Life Balance
Embody a positive approach
Graduate of JRCERT Accredited Radiation Therapy Program or equivalent
Healthcare Provider BLS Certified
Bachelors Degree in a relevant field (preferred)
Experience in healthcare or oncology (preferred).
Current certification and/or licensure as a Radiation Therapist (RT(R)) through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
Disclaimer: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other jobrelated instructions and to perform any other jobrelated duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. The company is an equal opportunity employer drugfree workplace and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.
Full Time