Radiation Therapist

CommonSpirit Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health seeks a Radiation Therapist to join their team in Houston. The role entails operating advanced radiation therapy equipment, ensuring patient treatment accuracy, and supporting the clinical education of students. The successful candidate will hold relevant certifications and be committed to compassionate patient care. Join a leading organization dedicated to innovative healthcare within a supportive environment offering competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Free Premium Membership to Care.com

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Assistance for career growth

Matching Retirement Programs

Wellness Programs

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from an Accredited School of Radiation Therapy
• Registered by ARRT as a Radiation Therapist
• Licensed by the Texas Medical Board as MRT
• BLS certified through AHA

Responsibilities

• Operates radiation therapy equipment for patient treatment and simulation.
• Completes patient documentation and quality assurance checks.
• Educates patients regarding treatment procedures and potential reactions.

Skills

Knowledge of simulation and radiation therapy equipment

Education

Associate’s Degree from an Accredited School of Radiation Therapy

Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologist as a Radiation Therapist R.T.(T)(ARRT)

Licensed by the Texas Medical Board as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT)

Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA)

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*Responsibilities*

Operates radiation therapy equipment in order to simulate and/or treat patients for malignancies. Completes required documentation in medical records, completes charge procedures and Performs quality assurance checks to verify accuracy of all procedures performed.

*POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES*

• Performs patient’s simulations under direction of physician, which includes patient alignment, portal marking and chart documentation
• Supply data for and assist in fabrication and/or designs patient immobilization and treatment devices, such as vaculocks, bolus and aquaplast masks
• Assists in dosimetry procedures, including obtaining patient parameters.
• Educates patients regarding simulation, treatment procedures and possible reactions (as directed by physician/nurse)
• Observes patient for treatment reactions and reports reactions to physician/nurse
• Assists in emergency procedures as necessary
• Delivers a prescribed planned course of radiation therapy, which includes review of prescription, diagnosis, medical record and patient identification. In addition, Prepares room and equipment for patient treatments including set-up of immobilization devices, field size, treatment distance, shielding devices, etc.
• Monitors patient and equipment during treatment and/or simulation reporting any unusual circumstances, such as patient movement, equipment malfunction, etc.
• Completes daily quality checks on treatment and simulator equipment. Maintains accurate documentation of quality checks. Documents and reports all variances and Initiates proper follow-up
• Coordinates patient simulator/treatment schedules
• Records accurate daily patient billing
• Participates in the clinical education of radiation therapy students
• Performs other related duties as requested or assigned
  
  

*Qualifications*

Education And Licensure Required

• Associate’s Degree from an Accredited School of Radiation Therapy.
• Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologist as a Radiation Therapist R.T.(T)(ARRT)
• Licensed by the Texas Medical Board as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA)
  
  

Experience

• Knowledge of simulation and radiation therapy equipment
  
  

*Overview*

Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center is an internationally recognized leader in research and clinical excellence that has given rise to breakthroughs in cardiovascular care neuroscience oncology transplantation and more. Our team’s efforts have led to the creation of many research programs and initiatives to develop advanced treatments found nowhere else in the world. In our commitment to advancing standards in an ever-evolving healthcare environment our new McNair Campus is designed around the human experience—modeled on evidence-based practices for the safety of patients visitors staff and physicians. The 27.5-acre campus represents the future of healthcare through a transformative alliance focused on leading-edge patient care research and education. Our strong alliance with Texas Heart Institute and Baylor College of Medicine allows us to bring our patients a powerful network of care unlike any other. Our collaboration is focused on increasing access to care through a growing network of leading specialists and revolutionizing healthcare to save lives and improve the health of the communities we serve.

Situated in the vibrant city of Houston, TX, the *Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center* stands as a beacon of hope and healing, proudly affiliated with *Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center and Baylor College of Medicine*. In the spring of 2023, the Cancer Center embarked on a new chapter with the inauguration of the O’Quinn Medical Tower, a testament to progress and innovation. Within our brand-new facility, the Radiation Oncology Department boasts a welcoming clinic space on the first floor, where cutting-edge Varian equipment, including Halcyon and Edge LINACs, and the Bravos HDR unit, awaits alongside two wide-bore Siemens CT simulators. Experience the seamless integration of motion management through AlignRT across all machines and simulators. Here, Baylor College of Medicine's physicians stand ready to provide compassionate care and expertise, supported by dedicated onsite physics and dosimetry support.

*Join us in our commitment to healing and hope at the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center, where every patient is treated with compassionate care beyond cancer.*

***$10,000 Sign-On Bonus will be offered with a two (2) year commitment.***

*We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:*

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits for children and dependent adults
• Care for Caregivers: Resilience Through Adversity is a series of sessions designed to help caregivers build their resilience and advance their mental well-being during these difficult times
• Flexible spending accounts
• Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identity Theft
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
• Matching Retirement Programs
• Wellness Programs
  
  

*Pay Range*

$42.69 - $61.91 /hour

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Wellness and Fitness Services, Hospitals and Health Care, and Medical Practices

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