Radiation Therapist

MaineGeneral Health; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

MaineGeneral Health seeks a Radiation Therapy Tech for the Harold Alfond Center for Cancer Care. The role involves providing radiation therapy, ensuring patient understanding, and collaborating with medical teams to deliver effective treatments. The ideal candidate holds necessary licenses and certifications, and benefits include comprehensive wellness programs and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Industry-leading parental leave

Generous time off for holidays and personal care

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

403(b) and 401(a) retirement plan contributions

Disability insurance options

Qualifications

• Required license as Radiologic Technologist in Maine.
• ARRT certification in radiation therapy is mandatory.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review patient history and treatment plan, educate patients.
• Deliver therapy, monitor patient condition, and respond to changes.
• Prepare and operate equipment, ensuring safety standards.

Skills

Patient Education

Collaboration

Quality Control

Imaging Procedures

Education

Maine State Radiologic Technologist license

ARRT certification in radiation therapy

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (preferred)

Job description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a 32 hrs/wk Radiation Therapy Tech to join our team at the Harold Alfond Center for Cancer Care.

The Radiation Therapist provides computed tomography imaging and administers radiation therapy as prescribed by a physician, following applicable standards and organizational policies, values, and mission.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Maine State Radiologic Technologist license required.
• Registered as a Radiologic Technologist (RT) and certified in radiation therapy (T) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider preferred.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Review patient history, physician's orders, and radiation therapy treatment plan. Educate patients regarding procedures, equipment, and exams to ensure understanding and cooperation.
2. Determine patient treatment plan in collaboration with the physician and dosimetrist. Deliver therapy according to the treatment plan. Monitor patient condition and respond to changes as needed.
3. Prepare equipment and supplies, including the linear accelerator. Select appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Implement safety standards and perform quality control procedures. Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions.
4. Position patients and perform imaging procedures. Analyze results and address image quality issues, including repositioning patients and repeating procedures.

Work Details:

• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 32
• Work Shift: Day (United States of America)
• Job Exempt: No

Benefits:

We support our employees' wellness—physical, emotional, and financial—with a wide range of benefits and programs:

Physical Wellness:

• Health, dental, and vision benefits, wellness programs, and resources.
• Industry-leading leave for new parents.
• Generous earned time off for holidays, vacations, and personal care.

Emotional Wellness:

Access to our Employee Assistance Program for employees and household members.

Financial Wellness:

• Employee discount program for services at MaineGeneral Medical Center.
• Tuition Reimbursement for skill and career development.
• Up to 2% of eligible pay in 403(b) matching contributions and 2% in the 401(a) plan.
• Insurance options to protect against income loss due to death, illness, or injury.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.

Career Mobility:

Opportunities for skill development and career growth through leadership-supported programs and resources.

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Vet/Disability. Assistance available for applicants requesting reasonable accommodations. Contact HR at [phone].