Therapeutic Radiographer

Radiation Therapy TechnologistAdministers radiation therapy as prescribed by a physician in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.Responsibilities:Reviews patient history, physician orders, and the radiation therapy treatment plan. Educates patients on procedures, equipment, and exams to ensure understanding and cooperation. Continuously monitors patient condition and responds appropriately to changes in status.Collaborates with physicians and dosimetrists to determine the patient treatment plan. Delivers radiation therapy according to the prescribed plan, including independently performing advanced CT simulations (e.g., 4D, IV contrast, Deep Inspiration Breath Hold (DIBH), Brachytherapy) or operating the linear accelerator for complex treatments (e.g., Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT), Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS), Surface Guided Radiotherapy (SGRT), Real Time Imaging (RTI), 4D-Cone Beam CT).Positions patients and performs imaging procedures. Analyzes image quality, identifies issues, and takes corrective actions such as repositioning or repeating procedures. Enters, transmits, and reports imaging results accurately.Prepares equipment and supplies, including the linear accelerator. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters, implements safety standards, performs quality control procedures, and troubleshoots, resolves, or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.Requirements:Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy Technologist program.American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT(T)) Certification.BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire.UCHealth promotes a culture that invests in professional success and personal well-being through a comprehensive total rewards program.Performance bonus: UCHealth offers a 3-Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals and tenure. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October during the third year of employment.Performance-based pay increase: The Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's established evaluation process and accounts for increased experience, skills and cost of living.Market reviews: All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure UCHealth base pay aligns with market standards. Base pay rates are adjusted as needed to stay market competitive.Health and well-being:Medical, dental and vision coverage.Access to 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.Free Care.com membership.Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.Time away from work: Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options.Employer-provided short-term disability and long-term disability with a buy-up coverage option.Retirement and savings:403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.Additional 457(b) plan may be available.Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available when enrolled in high-deductible (HD) medical plan.Education and career growth:UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth.Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees.Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre-paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement.Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities.Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.