Radiation Therapist

Radiation Therapy Technologist

Location: 2800 10th Ave Receiving Dock Minneapolis, MN 55407-1311

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Shift Length: 8 hour shift

Hours Per Week: 20

Union Contract: Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation: None

Job Summary: Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

• 0.5 FTE (40 hours per two-week pay period)
• 8-hour day shifts (typically 7:30am-4:30pm)
• No weekends
• Will have on-call requirements
• Opportunity to pick up shifts at St. Pail location

Job Description:

Responsible for applying radiation treatments to patients with cancer or other disease process in accordance with prescription and instruction of the radiation oncologist. Perform simulation, set-up, and treatment of radiation therapy patients. Required to have skill and training in multiple radiation therapies.

Principle Responsibilities:

• Treatment:
  • Operate treatment machine to give prescribed dose and/or simulator to plan treatment field(s).
  • Properly delivery of prescribed treatment/simulation technique.
  • Documentation of treatment fields and set up.
  • Prepare room for patient treatment according to prescription.
  • Maintain records of daily paint treatments/treatment set up.
  • Report patient concerns and/or complications to provider.
  • Explain procedure to patient as required.
  • Report abnormal operation of equipment to physicist, CMS team and document in electronic tracking system.
  • Perform patient imaging per orders.
  • Create patient schedules.
  • Submit charges according to services provided per protocol/policy.
• Safety:
  • Identify risk to self and others
  • Utilize preventative measures or take corrective action.
  • Recognize and respond to environmental emergencies.
• Instruct radiation therapy students in all aspects of clinical training.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description, and High school diploma or GED preferred

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 to 5 years in radiation therapy

Licenses/Certifications:

• Registered Technologist - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required upon hire
• Certification of JRCERT approved course in radiation therapy technology completion required
• Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below: Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross Allina in-house BLS training (within 90 days of hire

Physical Demands:

• Medium Work*: Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently

Pay Range:

$37.04 to $50.77 per hour

The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Benefit Summary:

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being mind, body, spirit and community of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.