Radiation Therapist - AHN Cancer Institute Saint Vincent - $15K Sign On

Radiation Oncology Technologist

There are (2) positions available $15,000.00 sign-on bonus with a two-year commitment for eligible candidates Daylight hours with no weekends, holidays, or on-call requirements Radiation Oncology has 2 Elekta Versa HD linear accelerators, BrainLab Dynamic, an Elekta Flexitron HDR Afterloader, and a Siemens Biograph PET/CT Treatment options include 3D, IMRT/VMAT, SBRT, SRS/SRT, SGRT, HDR, and LDR seed implants

General Overview:

Delivers therapeutic radiation and patient care services as prescribed by physician.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Performs patient simulations. (20%)
• Delivers prescribed radiation treatment. (50%)
• Assesses, supports, and educates patients according to specific department guidelines. (10%)
• Maintains medical records for treatment delivery, charge entry and quality assurance in accordance with regulatory and departmental guidelines. (15%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required including, but not limited to, mentoring employees/students and participating in department and organizational initiatives. (5%)

Qualifications:

Minimum

• ARRT Registered Technologist, RT(T) in good standing or board eligible (must complete certification within 1 year of hire)

Additional Employment Requirements:

• CPR American Heart Association
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

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