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Radiation 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.
$96,748 / year median in Kansas
+12% projected growth
Job Description
- Our promise to you:
- Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger.
It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that
- together
- we are even better.
- All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
- + Benefits from
Day One:
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
+ Paid Time Off from Day One + 403-B Retirement Plan + 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
+ Career Development
+ Whole Person Well-being Resources
+ Mental Health Resources and Support
+ Pet Benefits
- Schedule:
- Full time
- Shift:
- Day (United States of America)
- Address:
- 9301 W 74Th St
- City:
- Shawnee Mission
- State:
- Kansas
- Postal Code:
- 66204
- + Evaluates prescribed imaging and makes requested changes within 24 hours, accurately documenting treatment information in the patient electronic record and utilizing the record and verify system.
+ Reviews all new starts for consistency prior to treatment, verifying patient positioning and field orientation, and checking the record and verify system for prescription, treatment parameters, doses, treatment accessories, and monitor units.
+ Performs morning Quality Assurance (QA) on the treatment unit, assessing whether all equipment is operating according to physics policy and calling the appropriate person immediately after equipment malfunctions.
+ Assists in maintaining department supplies and provides supervised education experiences for students that fulfill curriculum requirements of the academic institution.
+ As required by facility, participates in after hours on-call coverage, maintains competency with afterhours treatment coverage, performs 2D treatment calculations, and works with minimal direction and supervision. _$10,000.00 Sign-on Bonus_
- Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- + Computer literate + Proficiency in Electronic Health Records and record and verify systems + Knowledge of anatomical structures for localization + Technical skills to accomplish treatment plans proposed by Radiation Oncologists + Ability to learn and use Radiation Therapy software packages
- Education:
- + High School Grad or Equiv [Required] + Technical/Vocational School [Required]
- Field of Study:
- + Graduate of an AMA approved school of Radiation Therapy program
- Work Experience:
- + 1+ radiation therapy experience [Preferred]
- Additional Information:
- + N/A
- Licenses and Certifications:
- + Certified Radiologic Technologists (CRT) [Required] OR + Registered Technologist
- Radiography (R.T.(R)ARRT)) [Required] + Basic Life Support
- CPR Cert (BLS) [Required] + Physical Requirements
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- Pay Range:
- $31.95
- $59.42 _This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances._
- Category:
- Oncology Services
- Organization:
- AdventHealth Shawnee Mission
- Schedule:
- Full time
- Shift:
- Day
- Req ID:
- 153370657