Radiation Therapist

Job Description

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities.

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Job Description Summary:

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Delivers radiation therapy treatments as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist. Prepares patients for a course of Radiation Therapy inclusive of simulation, dose calculations and acquiring of treatment parameters.\n
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\n$25,000 sign on bonus with a one-year commitment to OhioHealth\n

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Responsibilities And Duties:

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35%\n
\nAdministers Radiation Therapy treatments on a daily basis.\n
\n20%\n
\nMaintains daily record of treatment, inclusive of daily dosages and calculations and other necessary treatment records.\n
\n5%\n
\nPerforms simulations, acquires treatment parameters, patient contours and dose calculations.\n
\n10%\n
\nTherapists who are scheduled to work 80 hours per pay, may be required to be on-call for weekends and holidays on a rotating basis.\n
\n10%\n
\nMaintains patient schedules for In-Patients and Out-Patients communicates frequently with families and hospital personnel to maintain schedule coordination and accommodate patients as best as possible.\n
\n10%\n
\nMonitors patient Condition and progress on a daily basis. i.e., patient weighs, skin care, reaction, etc. .\n
\n5%\n
\nAssists Radiation Oncologist in performance of Brachytherapy procedures. Oversees and directs clinical activities of Radiation Therapy Technology students. Provides clinical insight to Radiologic Technology students, nursing students, etc. as needed.\n
\n5%\n
\nParticipates in Department Clinical QA activities, new patient conference, tumor board and QRM.\n
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\nAs a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties.  \n
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\nThe job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time\n

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Minimum Qualifications:

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Associate's Degree (Required)AART-ODH - American Registry of Radiologic Technology - American Association of Radiologic Technologists, ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, LIC - Licensed in Field - State of Ohio\n

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Additional Job Description:

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Registered with the ARRT and licensed to practice in the State of Ohio, graduate of approved Radiation Therapy Technology Training Program. BLS Certification

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Work Shift:

Day\n

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Scheduled Weekly Hours :

40\n

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Department

Radiation Oncology Offsite\n

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Join us!
\n ... if your passion is to work in a caring environment
\n ... if you believe that learning is a life-long process
\n ... if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry

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Equal Employment Opportunity

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OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment