Radiation Therapist, Acute
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Job Location:
Somerset, NJ - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital Acute
Radiation Therapist Cancer Treatment Center
FT Days
Who We Are:
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is a modern state-of-the-art 295-bed acute care facility offering an advanced neurosurgery program with Spine Center accreditation amongst other specialty services.
Where We Are:
The City of Somerset blends southern hospitality with abundant recreational opportunities including a 65000-acre lake with 1200 miles of shoreline. Somerset is host to nationally recognized high quality performing and visual arts concerts and other special events to the community.
Connect with our recruiting specialist
Please contact Melissa Gilbert by texting calling or schedule a time and date that works for you by clicking the link below.
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:
Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
Financial Protection & PTO:Life accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being:Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Position Summary:
Under the direct supervision of the Radiation Therapy Manager and according to established policies and procedures a Radiation Therapist is responsible for providing radiation treatments to patients as prescribed by the physician according to established standards and practices. Work is of a confidential nature. Performs other work of the department as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
Associates Degree in Radiation Therapy or equivalent required
Diploma/Certification in Radiation Therapy required
Radiologic Technologist/Technician License
BLS Certification
One to two years of experience in radiation therapy preferred.
Registry or registry eligible as a radiation therapist in good standing required.
Knowledge and Experience with Aria Eclipse Treatment Planning and Phillips CT software is preferred.
Knowledgeable in health care informatics-including the resources devices and methods to acquire store and retrieve data. Tools include computers as well as clinical guidelines current medical terminology information and communication systems.
Possess good communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate the exchange of information with patients family members and the radiation oncology treatment team as well as outside entities.
Has high level critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Works independently but in collaboration with the Radiation Oncology team.
Has working knowledge of radiation safety principles and practices as well as current rules and regulations of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and other regulatory agencies
EEOC Statement:
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color race sex age religion national origin disability genetic information gender identity sexual orientation veterans status or any other basis protected by applicable federal state or local law.
Required Experience:
IC
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
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