Radiation Therapist
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Job Location:
Ann Arbor, MI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Employment Type:
Full timeShift:
Day ShiftDescription:
POSITION PURPOSE:
At the direction of the radiation oncologist and in tandem with a certified Radiation Therapist assists in the radiation treatment process according to established guidelines and polices/procedures.
What the Radiation Therapist will do:
Assists in the review of a patients treatment record for completeness.
Confers with physicians physics/dosimetry and their colleagues for clarification prior to during and after treatment when necessary.
Supports the review of the electronic chart (Aria) and patient treatment record for consistency completeness and accuracy prior to treatment delivery.
Prepares treatment room and equipment according to established procedures. Explains procedures to patients according to departmental standards.
Follows standards in positioning of patients and follows treatment processes according to established policies and procedures.
Monitors patient during procedures at all times and reports any change in condition psychologic or physiologic to the physician or other appropriate patient care personnel.
Assists in the simulation and treatment planning process and other procedures occurring within the department of radiation oncology when necessary.
Acquires imaging via CBCT or portal imaging as prescribed by the physician.
Appropriately and thoroughly reviews images prior to treatment ensuring alignment falls within allowable tolerances. Makes shifts and/or realigns patients when necessary to ensure the most accurate treatment delivery
Schedules patients for treatment and simulations per department guidelines in the Aria scheduling system.
Inspects all equipment safety interlocks monitors equipment and reports malfunctions.
Submits charges into the computer systems for services rendered to patients in accordance with established guidelines.
Participates in the clinical education and training of students.
Adheres to ALARA guidelines during all procedures.
Behaves in accordance with the Mission Vision and Values of Trinity Health.
Other duties as assigned.
What the Radiation Therapist will need:
Education: A Bachelors Degree in Radiation Therapy or completion of a two (2) year program in Radiologic Technology followed by a one (1) year program in Radiation Therapy.
Experience: Minimum of 3 months of on the job training or experience.
Certification: ARRT (American Registry for Radiologic Technologists) for radiation therapy. Must be registered or registry-eligible upon hire. Registry-eligible candidates must successfully complete registration within 6 months of hire.
BLS from American Heart Association.
Total Rewards and Benefits:
Competitive compensation DAILYPAY
Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods for part-time and full-time employees
Full benefits package including Medical Dental Vision PTO Life Insurance Short and Long-term Disability
Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes
Unlimited career growth opportunities with one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the country
Tuition Reimbursement
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.
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Time Management
- Acute Care
- HTTPS
- Speech Therapy
- Assistive Technologies
- Autism Experience
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Interpretation
- Patient Service Experience
- Phone Etiquette
About Company
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic health care systems in the nation. It is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 25 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, the Trinity ... View more
