Radiation Therapist - full time, days

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Location:

Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Institute in

Lancaster, PA Sign-on Bonus:

Up to $10,000.00 (prorated based on hours worked per week) with a 2-year commitment. External and eligible internal candidates only.

Schedule:

Full-time (40 hours per week), Monday-Friday between the hours of 7am-7pm. Rotating weekend call. No holiday rotation.

Position Summary:

Provides radiological care for the purpose and treatment of anatomic and physiological disorders within the Radiation Therapy section of the Department of Radiology. Patient care includes care to patients in the following age groups: adolescent 13 through 18 years , adult 19 through 64 years , and geriatric 65 years and above .

Essential Functions:

Qualified individuals must have the ability with or without reasonable accommodation to perform the following duties: Deliver prescribed course of radiation therapy and maintains records of daily treatment as required by section. Review patient records, document necessary information to chart course of treatment and schedules necessary appointments. Perform simulation procedures as directed by physician, including preparation of immobilization devices, alloys and shields. Perform imaging for the purpose of treatment field verification and localization. The following duties are considered secondary to the primary duties listed above: Assist in and performs Brachytherapy Stereotactic or other procedures as directed. Participate in and evaluate the clinical education for the Radiation Therapy Clinical Education preceptorship as directed by the Radiation Therapy Clinical Instructor. Perform calibration checks on therapy equipment. Participates in the on-call responsibilities for this position as required. Other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities:

Minimum Required Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy program CPR Certification in Radiation Therapy Technology, issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology. For individuals hired placed prior to 6 30 2023, certification must be obtained within twelve 12 months of hire placement date We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives. Live Your Life's Work We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.