Radiation Therapist - 132837

Radiation Therapist - 132837

PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center in Vancouver, Washington is seeking a Radiation Therapist for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $49.36 $73.53. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

What You'll Do:

• Responsible for the accurate treatment, simulation, and dosimetry of patients undergoing ionizing radiation treatment in accordance with standards of practice.
• Administers prescribed doses of radiation to specific body parts using Linear Accelerator Equipment according to the established practices and Standards.
• Assists with Brachytherapy procedures.
• Warms up treatment machines/simulator and checks all safety and operational procedures; reports any erratic operation to the physicist
• Checks the laser positioning to ensure proper alignment.
• Verifies dose through barometer and thermometer measurements; reports any discrepancies to physicist.
• Follows Principles of Radiation Protection for patient, self and others. Adhere to ALARA and other radiation safety requirements.
• Positions Patients utilizing correct patient immobilization devices with accuracy according to simulation/prescription.
• Adheres to Radiation Therapist Code of Ethics.
• May train & supervise students or subordinate Radiation Therapists.

What You Bring:

• ARRT-Approved Accredited Program of Radiologic Technology Required (AAS).
• Prior experience preferred
• ARRT-T
• Washington Radiologic Technologist license
• Basic Life Support

Why PeaceHealth?

PeaceHealth is committed to caring for the whole caregiverphysical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual.

Our benefits include:

• Low cost medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching
• Generous paid time off
• Employer?paid life and disability insurance
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
• Wellness benefits and expanded mental health resources

Because this is a supportive team serving a close?knit community, you'll have the time and continuity to build relationships with patients and coworkers. This is the kind of environment where patient?centered care is real, personal, and impactful. PeaceHealth has also been recognized by Becker ' s Hospital Review as one of the 165 Top Places to Work in Healthcare, reinforcing what caregivers already know: this is a place where people are valued.

Working Conditions: Work is performed in a healthcare setting and includes standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting and moving patients (up to 35 lbs. without assistive devices), and exposure to biohazards. Candidates must be able to communicate effectively and have adequate vision and hearing, with or without corrective devices.