Radiation Therapist

Freeport Memorial Hospital; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 111,178,000 - 172,325,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercyhealth in Illinois is seeking a qualified Radiation Therapist to perform external beam treatments, simulate, set up patients, and contribute to accurate treatment plans.

The role requires ARRT registration, completion of accredited program, CPR/BLS within 90 days, and a focus on safety, patient care, and teamwork with radiation oncologists and physics staff.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiation therapy program.
• ARRT registration in radiation therapy required (or eligible within one year).
• Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Possesses core knowledge of required Radiation Therapist functions, including scheduling, simulation, patient set-up, and treatment.
• Delivers external beam treatments in an accurate and timely fashion with a high degree of accuracy.
• Assesses and addresses patient's needs while under treatment.
• Practices appropriate Radiation Safety procedures.
• Accurate and timely completion of patient charts according to established standards and procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Problem solving

Education

Accredited radiation therapy program graduate

Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Possesses core knowledge of required Radiation Therapist functions, including scheduling, simulation, patient set-up, and treatment.
• Demonstrates a functional knowledge of all major components of department equipment.
• Delivers external beam treatments in an accurate and timely fashion with a high degree of accuracy.
• Assesses and addresses patient's needs while under treatment.
• Practices appropriate Radiation Safety procedures.
• Accurate and timely completion of patient charts according to established standards and procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of standard and advanced treatment calculations and treatment plans.
• Designs and fabricates blocks accurately and efficiently.
• Performs Simulation with a high degree of accuracy in a timely fashion with little or no supervision.
• Utilizes appropriate scripting, barriers, and patient identifiers as required per position.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Graduate of an accredited radiation therapy program Experience as a radiation therapist preferred

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

ARRT registration in radiation therapy required (or eligible upon hire and attain within one year) Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good interpretive/analytical skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to perform multiple functions with minimal direction, independent of supervision
• Complex problem solving

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

Performs routine duties independent of supervision, but consults with the Radiation Oncologist, Medical Physicist, Medical Dosimetrist and Radiation Oncology Supervisor/Manager/Director as required.

SUPERVISES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

PAY RANGE

$38.80 - $60.14

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision Life & Disability Insurance FSA/HSA Options Generous, accruing paid time off Paid Parental and caregiver leave Career advancement and educational opportunities Tuition and certification reimbursement Certification Reimbursement Well-being Programs Employee Discounts On-Demand Pay Financial Education Annual recognition/awards events Partner appreciation days Family entertainment/attractions discount Community service/improvement opportunities

At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better.

As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including: #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50 One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women For over 135 years, Mercyhealth has provided high-quality health care to residents throughout northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

We have a passion for providing comprehensive health care close to home for area residents through our six hospitals and 85 primary and specialty care locations.

As an integrated health system, you can come to us for routine health care, like annual physicals, immunizations and preventive health screenings, as well as highly specialized care, such as neonatal intensive care, heart surgery, stroke care, neurosurgery, cancer treatment and much more.

The range of Mercyhealth's specialties and the skills of our doctors, nurses and clinical staff are truly extraordinary.