Radiation Therapist

Berger Health System; Dublin, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Dublin Methodist Hospital’s Radiation Oncology department is hiring a full-time Radiation Therapist. The role involves delivering prescribed radiation treatments, preparing patients, simulating and calculating doses, and coordinating care with the oncology team.

The position requires ARRT certification, Ohio licensure, and BLS; typical workweek is Monday through Friday with on-site duties and potential on-call shifts. A $25,000 sign-on bonus is offered with a one-year commitment.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required.
• Registered with ARRT and licensed to practice in Ohio.
• BLS certification required or from American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Administers radiation therapy treatments daily as prescribed.
• Maintains daily treatment records and dose calculations.
• Performs simulations and acquires treatment parameters.
• Occasional on-call for weekends/holidays after 80 hours per pay period.
• Maintains patient schedules for in- and out-patients and communicates with families.
• Monitors patient condition and skin care daily.
• Assists oncologist in brachytherapy procedures.
• Oversees clinical activities of students in related programs.
• Participates in QA activities, tumor board, and QRM activities.

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

ARRT

BLS

Driver's License

Licensure in Ohio

Job description

## Radiation TherapistApply: PCP HOSPITAL DR: Full time: Posted Today: JR158806**We are more than a health system. We are a belief system.** We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities.**Job Description Summary:**$25,000 SIGN-ON BONUS External applicants and newly licensed internal applicants may be eligible for a $25,000 sign-on bonus with a one-year work commitment. Previously employed applicants who have been gone from the organization more than 90 days may also be eligible. Dublin Methodist Hospital's Radiation Oncology department is hiring a full-time registered Radiation Therapist. This position is Monday-Friday. The Radiation Therapist delivers radiation therapy treatments as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist. Prepares patients for a course of Radiation Therapy inclusive of simulation, dose calculations and acquiring of treatment parameters.**Responsibilities And Duties:**35% Administers Radiation Therapy treatments on a daily basis. 20% Maintains daily record of treatment, inclusive of daily dosages and calculations and other necessary treatment records. 5% Performs simulations, acquires treatment parameters, patient contours and dose calculations. 10% Therapists who are scheduled to work 80 hours per pay, may be required to be on-call for weekends and holidays on a rotating basis. 10% Maintains patient schedules for In-Patients and Out-Patients communicates frequently with families and hospital personnel to maintain schedule coordination and accommodate patients as best as possible. 10% Monitors patient Condition and progress on a daily basis. i.e., patient weighs, skin care, reaction, etc. . 5% Assists Radiation Oncologist in performance of Brachytherapy procedures. Oversees and directs clinical activities of Radiation Therapy Technology students. Provides clinical insight to Radiologic Technology students, nursing students, etc. as needed. 5% Participates in Department Clinical QA activities, new patient conference, tumor board and QRM. As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties. The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time**Minimum Qualifications:**Associate's Degree (Required)ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, DL - Driver's License - Department of Motor Vehicles, LIC - Licensed in Field - State of Ohio**Additional Job Description:**Registered with the ARRT and licensed to practice in the State of Ohio, graduate of approved Radiation Therapy Technology Training Program. BLS Certification**Work Shift:**Day**Scheduled Weekly Hours :**40**Department**Radiation Oncology