Radiation Therapist II

Join Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital's team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education all while consistently providing patient-centered healthcare. As part of Cleveland Clinic's Florida region, Weston Hospital is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale metro area and Florida. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As a Radiation Therapist II, you will contribute to our mission of caring for others and educating fellow caregivers. Our work culture is supportive and cooperative. We promote open communication to brainstorm new ideas, resolve conflicts, and improve our workflow. Through collaboration and teamwork, we maintain high safety and quality standards. Your duties will include:

• Administering radiation therapy treatments to patients of all ages.

• Serving as a technical resource for other therapists by developing processes and troubleshooting equipment problems.

• Assisting the manager with the supervision of students and Radiation Therapist I employees.

• Assisting with performance evaluations as well as assisting with interviews, selection and onboarding of new employees.

Our ideal caregiver is someone who:

• Exhibits strong interpersonal skills and effective communication.

• Are active listeners.

• Has the ability to think critically and pay attention to detail.

• Shows compassion and empathy.

Our team has several professional development opportunities. First, Radiation Therapists can cross-train between several treatment modalities: Edge, Truebeam, Sim, and HDR. Therapists can work towards being a lead on each machine, then work towards taking on more responsibilities. There are also opportunities to attend conferences or training seminars to support continuing education.

We value caregiver satisfaction and prioritize teamwork and inclusion. We understand the importance of work-life balance and its correlation to patient care - caregivers can give the best care, when they have had an opportunity for their own self-care.

At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.

Responsibilities:

• Performs the duties of a Radiation Therapist I and administers radiation therapy treatments to patients of all ages. Serves as a technical resource for other therapists by developing processes and troubleshooting equipment problems.

• Provides therapy aids and/or training related to equipment and/or department operations for new and existing employees as the need arises (i.e. changes in equipment, procedures, etc.).

• Assists the manager with operations of radiation oncology department, including supervision and scheduling of employees and students.

• Helps to ensure compliance with policies and procedures and maintains quality assurance standards for assigned work area.

• Interviews, selects, supervises, instructs and evaluates Radiation Therapist I employees as well as students in assigned clinical area.

• Assists manager in ensuring that Radiation Therapists are compliant with Cleveland Clinic, ODH, JCAHO, CMS, policies and procedures in assigned area.

• Assumes timekeeping responsibilities and oversees scheduling to ensure coverage, minimize overtime and maximize productivity.

Education:

• Graduate from a School of Radiation Therapy Technology that is approved by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEA) or be registry eligible.

Certifications:

• Board certified Registered Radiation Therapist through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT), R.T.(R)(T)(ARRT) in good standing.

• Current state licensure in state in which employed.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider, American Heart Association (AHA).

Complexity of Work:

• Within the scope of the job, requires to communicate and relate well with patients who are under physical and emotional stress.

• Ability to train others in the proper use of the treatment equipment.

• Ability to perform mathematical calculations and a strong understanding of the sciences and physics.

• Ability to use various computer programs required in the design, interpretation, and set up of the radiation fields.

Work Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Registered Radiation Therapist with demonstrated leadership ability and problem solving skills in Radiation Oncology and/or prior experience with training/education.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires extensive sitting and dexterity to perform work on a PC, and the ability to walk to parts of various hospital campuses to attend meetings.

• Must have normal or corrected vision, and the ability to verbally communicate to upper level management.

• Occasional lifting of 5 to 15 pounds.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

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