Radiation Therapist

Radiation Therapist

Optum NV is seeking a Radiation Therapist to join our team in Las Vegas, NV. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live. As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us in improving healthcare through the power of people and intelligent technologies while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide compassionate patient care by helping alleviate anxiety and educating patients throughout their radiation therapy journey
• Responsible for daily warm-up of treatment machine. This includes entering information in the warm-up log book. Any variations from parameters set by physicist should be reported to the Lead Radiation Therapist
• Responsible to check simulator for proper operation. Any problem that would interfere with proper operation should be reported to the Lead Radiation Therapist. All checks done should be properly entered on the simulator warm-up log
• Accurately position and immobilize patients to ensure safe, precise, and reproducible treatment delivery
• Educate patients regarding treatment procedures, expected side effects, and self-care measures to support successful treatment outcomes
• Perform daily quality assurance and operational checks of linear accelerators and simulation equipment, documenting results and reporting variances according to department policy
• Operate CT simulation equipment and verify image quality for treatment planning purposes
• Perform CT simulations utilizing appropriate immobilization devices and positioning techniques to ensure accurate treatment planning and delivery
• Acquire and review high-quality simulation images to support physician contouring and dosimetric planning
• Create and maintain treatment marks, tattoos, and photographic documentation as required for treatment reproducibility
• Maintain continuous visual and audio monitoring of patients during simulation and treatment procedures
• Deliver radiation treatments accurately according to physician prescriptions and approved treatment plans
• Perform image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT) procedures, including KV imaging, CBCT, and other verification imaging as prescribed
• Verify patient identity and treatment parameters in accordance with departmental and regulatory safety standards
• Schedule treatments and coordinate patient care activities to ensure efficient clinic workflow and patient satisfaction
• Monitor patients for treatment-related side effects and communicate concerns promptly to the Radiation Oncologist and nursing team
• Obtain and document patient assessments, including weekly weight monitoring and other clinical measurements as indicated
• Facilitate physician on-treatment visits and ensure patients are evaluated regularly throughout their treatment course
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, physicists, dosimetrists, nurses, MA's and support staff to provide exceptional patient care
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation within the electronic medical record and treatment management systems
• Adhere to all radiation safety, quality assurance, HIPAA, and regulatory requirements
• Participate in departmental quality improvement initiatives, continuing education, and professional development activities
• Support a culture of safety, teamwork, accountability, and patient-centered care

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• High School graduate or equivalent
• Completion of formal training program of Radiation Therapy
• Current State of Nevada license
• Current CPR Certification
• ARRT in Radiation Therapy

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience working in an acute care hospital setting
• 1+ years of experience as a Radiation Therapist
• Experience with: Aria, Varian linear accelerators/Truebeam, GE/Siemens CT scanner/simulation, SBRT/SRS
• Working with radiation producing equipment
• Willing or ability to do some lifting may be required

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The hourly pay for this role will range from $35.00 to $63.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.