Radiation Therapist

Job Description Job Summary and Responsibilities $5,000 sign-on bonus and $10,000 educational assistance available to external candidates! What you will do: - Greets patient utilizing AIDET, verifies patient in identification, reviews chart for proper radiation treatment parameters and physician prescriptions - Informs patients and families about the treatment process and answers questions - Prepares patients for treatment. Positions equipment according to plan - Takes portal films or IGRT scans to ensure treatment protocols are accurately set up and followed - Verifies proper dosage of ionizing radiation for patient as prescribed by physician - Monitors patient throughout treatment process by checking video monitors and intercom - Informs physician anytime patient experiences distress or side effects related to treatment process - Records each patients’ treatment in EMR and proper notes for accurate treatment and set-up - Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the filed by reading appropriate journals, books, and other literature and attending related seminars, conferences and education opportunities Job Requirements Education - Satisfactory completion of a JRCERT accredited Radiation Therapy Program Licenses & Certifications - ARRT (T) boards completion within in 6 month of hire - BLS from the American Heart Association required upon hire Knowledge, Skills & Abilities - Knowledge of linear accelerators and record and verify systems - Ability to operate radiation therapy equipment - Ability to manage patients - Ability to follow oral and written instructions HelloImaging ImagingNebraska #MissionCritical #LI-CHI Where You'll Work At CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center - Bergan Mercy, our focus is patient-centered care. Our level I trauma center and academic medical center campus is designed to heal the body, mind, and spirit of every person in a more comfortable, less stressful hospital environment. Our full range of medical services includes trauma services, heart and vascular care, emergency services, surgery, maternity, cancer care, and diagnostic imaging. Pay Range $30.76 - $45.76 /hour