Radiation Therapist

Altru Health System; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Radiation Therapist to join their team. In this vital role, you will treat cancer patients using advanced radiation techniques, ensuring precise positioning and monitoring for any clinical changes. Your expertise will contribute to the delivery of high-quality patient care in a supportive environment. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact on patients' lives while working in a collaborative and professional setting. If you are passionate about healthcare and ready to take on a rewarding challenge, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Certification in Radiation Therapy required before start date.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of start.

Responsibilities

• Delivers radiation therapy treatments according to physician prescriptions.
• Observes and assesses patients for clinical changes and complications.
• Completes Quality Assurance tracking and maintains records.

Skills

Radiation Therapy

Patient Assessment

Quality Assurance

Basic Radiation Physics

Education

Associates in Radiologic Technology

Job description

Location:
Altru Cancer Center
960 S. Columbia Rd.
Grand Forks, ND 58201

Pay Range: $32.19 - $48.28

Summary
The Radiation Therapist treats cancer patients using x-rays. They are responsible for setting up the patients in the correct treatment position to deliver radiation precisely to the targeted area.

Essential Job Functions

1. Delivers radiation therapy treatments according to physician prescription and standard operating procedures and completes all required documentation.
2. Executes the precise positioning of the patient with respect to radiation beam and treatment area.
3. Observes and assesses patient for clinical changes and reports signs of complications.
4. Applies principles of basic radiation physics, radiation interactions and radiation protection, i.e., wears radiation film badge.
5. Completes Quality Assurance tracking, records results and assists in maintaining records.
6. Performs pain assessment and takes appropriate action according to standard operating procedure.
7. Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.

Certifications

1. Radiation Therapy - Certification | North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board of Examiners | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
2. Radiation Therapy - Certification | American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) | Within 6 Months of Start Date | HR Primary Sources
3. Basic Life Support (BLS) | American Heart Association (AHA) | Within 90 Days of Start Date | Learning Management System

Notes

1. ND Conditional/Temporary permit accepted prior to start.

Education

1. Required: Associates - Radiologic Technology

Physical Demands

1. Sit: Occasionally (5-33%)
2. Stand: Occasionally (5-33%)
3. Walk: Frequently (34-66%)
4. Stoop/Bend: Frequently (34-66%)
5. Reach: Frequently (34-66%)
6. Crawl: Not Applicable
7. Squat/Crouch/Kneel: Occasionally (5-33%)
8. Twist: Frequently (34-66%)
9. Handle/Finger/Feel: Continuously (67-100%)
10. See: Continuously (67-100%)
11. Hear: Continuously (67-100%)

Weight Demands

1. Lift -Floor to Waist Level: Medium (20-40 pounds)
2. Carry: Medium (20-40 pounds)
3. Push/Pull: Medium (20-40 pounds)
4. Slide/Transfer: Medium (20-40 pounds)

Working Conditions

1. Indoor: Continuously (67-100%)
2. Outdoor: Not Applicable
3. Extreme Temperature: Not Applicable

Driving Requirement Definitions

1. Professional Drivers: Persons who drive as their main responsibility OR transport passengers or hazardous materials.
2. Frequent Drivers: Persons whose main responsibility is not driving, but drive daily or almost daily.
3. Occasional Drivers: Persons who drive from once per month to as frequently as once per week.
4. Infrequent Drivers: Persons who are generally not expected to drive.

Driving Requirement For This Position
Infrequent Driver

Reference ID: R5470