Radiation Therapist
Radiation Therapist
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Job Description
Employment Type:
Full timeShift:
Day ShiftDescription:
Administers high-energy radiation therapy treatments to patients with malignant and benign disease processes with consideration of treatment techniques and patients age and mobility. Contributes to department efficiency by accurately scheduling performing statistics billing documenting checking charts chart rounds imaging and other procedural activities. Assists the physicians and other staff during simulation treatment room set-up examinations and special procedures with consideration of treatment techniques and patients age and mobility. Contributes to ongoing clinical instruction and evaluation of radiation therapy students.
SKILLS KNOWLEDGE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
1. Registered as a Technologist (RT) and certified in Radiation Therapy (T) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required within 1 year of hire date.
2. Bachelors degree in Radiation Therapy or a comparable health related degree preferred.
3. One to two years of experience as a Radiation Therapist preferred.
4. Experienced in quality assurance activities preferred.
5. At hire Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required. (ACLS and/or PALS may be accepted in lieu of BLS)
6. Other certifications may be required as identified in the SAHS Certification Crosswalk
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Knows understands incorporates and demonstrates the Organizations Mission Vision and Values in behaviors practices and decisions.
2. Demonstrates knowledge and skills to competently care for all assigned age groups (Neonate Child Adolescent Adult Geriatric as applicable).
3. Revenue management: ensures the accuracy of documenting services and supplies provided to the patients.
4. Administers radiation treatments in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the Radiation Oncologist.
5. Performs simulations of patients as instructed by the physician.
6. Assists in the treatment planning treatment device fabrication and basic dosimetry calculations.
7. Maintains accurate and complete records for patient care billing scheduling equipment checks and quality assurance.
8. Maintains Clinical Ladder level requirements.
9. Good interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with patients employees physicians.
HIGHLIGHTS AND BENEFITS:
When Saint Alphonsus takes care of you you can take better care of our patients. We foster personal and professional growth and offer opportunities that empower our colleagues to develop their careers. Our belief in work-life balance compliments the natural beauty diverse landscapes and outdoor recreation lifestyle that is unique to Idaho and Oregon.
We offer market-competitive pay generous PTO and multiple options for comprehensive benefits that begin on day one.
Benefits for your future include retirement planning and matching college savings plans for your family and multiple life insurance plans that can change as your needs develop.
We are proud to offer Employee Assistance Programs tuition reimbursement and educational opportunities to help you learn and grow.
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MINISTRY/FACILITY INFORMATION
Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based ministry and not-for-profit health system serving Idaho Oregon and northern Nevada communities. The health system boasts 4 hospitals 609 licensed beds and 73 clinic locations. Through innovative technologies compassionate staff and healing environments Saint Alphonsus goal is to improve the health and well-being of people by emphasizing care that is patient-centered physician-led innovative and community-based.
Top 15 Health Systems in the country by IBM Watson Health.
The regions most advanced Trauma Center (Level II).
Commission on Cancer Accredited Program through demonstrating an uncompromising commitment to improving patient survival and quality of life.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives experiences and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.
Employment Type
Full-Time
