Radiation Therapist

University of Missouri Health Care; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 48,601 - 79,349; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage starting day one

Generous paid leave and time off

Tuition assistance program

Retirement options with matching

Relocation support

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Columbia Township is seeking a dedicated Radiation Therapist to join their team. This role involves administering radiation therapy, monitoring patient responses, and ensuring precise treatment. The ideal candidate must have ARRT certification and a commitment to patient care. Full-time opportunity available with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• ARRT certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists required.
• Radiation Therapy certification (ARRT-T) within two years of employment.
• One year of experience in radiation therapy or part of training.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patients receive correct treatment as per prescription.
• Calculate and verify dosages to be administered.
• Monitor patient responses and report any abnormal changes.

Skills

Patient care

Compassion

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

ARRT certification

Radiation Therapy certification (ARRT-T)

Tools

Radiation therapy equipment

Computer dosimetry software

Job description

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Looking for talented health care professionals to join the University of Missouri Health Care

Shift: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 5:30pm with possible extended hours and occasional call

Department: Radiation Therapy – Ellis Fischel Cancer Center

Compensation:

• Base Pay Range: $35.28 - $57.60 per hour, based on experience
• Retention Rewards: Up to $15,000

-Relocation Support: Additional $5,000 if moving from over 50 miles away

-Retention Reward (Option 1): $2,000 per year for up to 5 years, totaling $10,000

-Student Loan Repayment (Option 2): $2,000 per year toward student loans, up to 5 years, totaling $10,000

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ABOUT THE JOB

MU Health Care is looking for a passionate radiation therapy technologist to join our team. We seek an individual with a deep commitment to patient care, compassion, and precision. The ideal candidate will collaborate seamlessly with our radiation oncologists, ensuring every patient receives the precise treatment they need. You'll be responsible for not only administering radiation therapy but also monitoring patient responses and reporting any changes promptly. Your attention to detail will shine as you calculate dosages and perform computer dosimetry, guaranteeing the utmost accuracy in treatment. As a Radiation Therapist at MU Health Care, you'll play a vital role in our patients' journeys to better health, making a lasting impact in the fight against cancer. Join us, and let's make a difference together.

ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE

At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives. We believe anything is possible and rally around solutions. We celebrate innovation and offer opportunities to be a part of something bigger — to have a voice and role in the work that is serving our community and changing the field of medicine.

Our academic health system — the only in mid-Missouri — is home to multiple hospitals, including the region’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and region’s only Children’s Hospital as well as over 90 specialty clinics. Here, you can define your career among our many clinical and nonclinical positions — with growth, opportunity and support every step of the way.

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EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one
• Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays
• Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years
• Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)
• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more
• See a comprehensive list of benefits here.

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

• Follow the prescription and assure that patients receive correct treatment.
• Prepare or set up treatment field and deliver the treatment.
• Observe and/or photograph patients for response and reaction to radiation or symptoms indicating change in the disease process and reporting abnormal changes to physician.
• Obtain and record machine quality assurance data.
• Calculate and verify dosages to be administered to all patients; perform computer dosimetry.
• Schedule supportive procedures under direction of medical physicist.
• Perform simulation or port imaging procedures with necessary film set up and film development.
• Build molds, casts, or lead field limiting devices as required.
• Act as clinical instructor for student radiologic technologists.
• Ensure necessary information is available prior to treating a patient, e.g., a prescription, a patient's consent, checking of calculations.
• May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• ARRT certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T) certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within two (2) years as a condition of continued employment in this job classification.
• One (1) year of experience in radiation therapy, or practice experience as a part of training.

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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