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

2310 AU Medical Center, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System's Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center in Georgia is hiring a Radiation Therapist to deliver prescribed ionizing radiation under the direction of a Radiation Oncologist, using a range of techniques and equipment.

The role requires an associate degree in radiation therapy, ARRT certification, and current BLS, plus excellent communication with staff, patients, and families and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Radiation Therapy or equivalent.
• Completed accredited radiation therapy program or JCERT program and 1+ year experience unless graduate from Augusta University's program.
• ARRT registration and current BLS certification are required.
• Excellent communication with staff, patients and family; ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Deliver prescribed ionizing radiation under the direction of a Radiation Oncologist using various techniques and equipment.
• Share and coordinate information through documentation and oral communication with the healthcare team.
• Maintain knowledge of radiation safety and patient-specific needs; ensure accurate delivery.

Skills

Strong communication

Multi-tasking

Computer skills

Education

Associate degree in Radiation Therapy

ARRT certification

Graduation from JCERT or Augusta University Radiation Therapy Program

Tools

Radiation therapy equipment

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)

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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).

Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work-and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more. Nationally ranked and locally recognized for our high-quality care and inclusive culture, Wellstar is one of Georgia's largest and most integrated healthcare systems. Every day, 24,000+ of us work together to provide personalized care for patients at every age and stage of life - and our team members are the foundation of that care.

Mission, Vision & Values

At a time when the healthcare industry is changing rapidly, Wellstar remains committed to exceeding patients' and team members' expectations, while transforming healthcare delivery. OUR MISSION: To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. OUR VISION: Deliver world-class healthcare to every person, every time. OUR VALUES: We serve with compassion We pursue excellence We honor every voice Culture of Excellence Wellstar consistently receives attention and accolades from national organizations that set the standards for world-class care. Our system-wide practice of safety principles, assessing and addressing errors and seeking feedback from our patients and customers continually earns recognition for advances in safety and quality. Featured on the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list and Seramount 100 Best Companies list, we not only provide top-notch care for our patients, but also foster the culture of Wellstar as a Great Place to Work.