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Hancock Regional Hospital

Radiation Oncology Therapist

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What they do

A Radiation Therapist uses radiation therapy to treat cancer and other diseases. Works in cancer treatment centers in collaboration with oncologists (physicians who specialize in cancer treatment) and other specialists.

$68,400 / year median in Indiana

+12% projected growth

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Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS
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JOB SPECIFIC CORE COMPETENCIES
Delivers appropriate radiation per treatment planning and collaborates with other healthcare staff ensuring a positive patient experience. Records and verifies radiation treatment. Assures radiation protection and safety standards. Assumes responsibility for the proper use of assigned equipment and applies troubleshooting skills and takes appropriate action as necessary.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
: Direct and indirect patient care. Professional growth. Performance Improvement. Fiscal Responsibilities. Patient's First. Able to work effectively in a protocol driven setting. Exceptional assessment skills for the cancer population. Able to initiate and maintain strong interpersonal/psychosocial relationships with this specific patient population.
EXPECTED BEHAVIORS
: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work unsupervised or with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action in volatile situations. Provides and documents care per hospital and department policies and procedures. Demonstrates competence in clinical and technical skills. Provides instructions to patient/families regarding cancer care, therapies and procedures. Seeks educational opportunities to improve knowledge/skill. Participates in identifying or recommending areas for improvement. Completes work in an efficient, timely manner that is conducive to team work and cost containment. Communicates in a clear, concise and professional manner. Provides patient care following the Patient's First Commitment. Highly effective in working with a care team.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE
American Reg of Rad Techs (ARRT)
ADDITIONAL LICENSURE/CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Graduate of an accredited program in Radiation Therapy. ARRT Registered Technologist Radiation Therapist license in the state of Indiana in good standing. BLS Healthcare Provider.
ADDITIONAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
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Mandatory Continuing Education:
Customer Service, Fire and Safety, Corporate Compliance (including Confidentiality), Infection Control, and education required by regulatory, accreditation bodies, scope of practice, and/or Hancock Regional Hospital. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.