Certified Radiation Therapist - FT - GA Radiation - Augusta, Ga

Wellstar Health System; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System's Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center seeks a Radiation Therapist to deliver prescribed ionizing radiation under the direction of a Radiation Oncologist. You will document care and communicate with the healthcare team to meet patient needs.

The role requires ARRT registration, BLS, an associate degree in radiation therapy, and knowledge of radiation safety. Strong communication and multitasking skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Radiation Therapy required.
• ARRT registration and BLS required.
• Knowledge of ionizing radiation and its safety.
• Excellent communication with staff, patients, and family.
• Ability to multitask and use computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate delivery of prescribed ionizing radiation under the Radiation Oncologist's direction.
• Coordinate information through documentation and oral communication with the healthcare team.
• Ensure understanding of each patient's needs and adapt care accordingly.

Skills

ARRT registered

BLS certified

communication skills

multi-tasking

computer skills

Education

Associate degree in Radiation Therapy

Job description

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

About the Facility

Learn more about Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center, including our teams, culture, and campus environment:

Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center | Wellstar Health System

Responsible for performing the accurate delivery of prescribed ionizing therapeutic radiation under the direction of a Radiation Oncologist, using a variety of complex techniques and equipment. Shares and coordinates key information through documentation and oral communication, with other members of the healthcare team. Ensures the ability to obtain and interpret information while considering each patient's specific needs.

Position Requirements: Associate degree; must have completed a course of study in an accredited radiation therapy technology program or graduate from a JCERT Radiation Therapy Program and 1 year or more of experience in Radiation Therapy, unless a graduate of Augusta University's Radiation Therapy Program. Additional years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of minimum education requirement. Knowledge of ionizing radiation and its application to humans. Knowledge of radiation safety. Excellent communication skills with staff, patients, and family. Ability to multi-task. Computer skills. Registered with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS).

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