Radiation Therapist (Prn) The Jewish Hospital

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Radiation Therapist- The Jewish Hospital

Job Summary:

This role directs the daily operations of the treatment area to ensure quality patient care and promotes radiation therapy standards and safety standards. This role is actively involved in patient care and assists in planning services to achieve hospital objectives. The Radiation Therapist works under the guidance of the Radiation Oncologist, Physicist, and Manager to deliver high-quality care and services.

Essential Functions:

• Sets up treatment rooms, devices, and parameters as ordered by the Radiation Oncologist.
• Identifies patients and monitors them during treatment.
• Reinforces instructions and maintains patient markings.
• Positions patients according to prescriptions, requiring physical effort and mental application.
• Coordinates treatment area activities and scheduling.
• Documents thoroughly in treatment records.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education:

Licensure/Certification:

• License in State of practice in Radiation Oncology (required)
• Radiation Oncology Certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (required)
• CPR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (required)

Experience:

• 1 year Experience in Radiation Therapy and CT Simulation (preferred)

Training:

None

Skills and Abilities:

• Communicates effectively by demonstrating strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Reads and interprets written/ oral instructions.
• Set and meets deadlines.
• Prioritizes work.
• Works independently.
• Identifies and understands issues and problems.
• Must be flexible and able to adapt to change.

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more
• Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

Department:

Radiation Oncology- Jewish

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