Radiation Therapist

Good Samaritan Society; Iron Mountain (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Work/life balance benefits

Generous time off

Job summary

Sanford Health in Iron Mountain, MI is seeking a Radiation Therapist to perform daily imaging and deliver prescribed therapeutic doses using Varian TrueBeam and ARIA. This full-time role offers a day shift, Monday–Friday, with no weekends.

Candidates must have completed a radiation therapy program and be ARRT registered; North Dakota licensure is required if applicable. The position includes a competitive benefits package and potential sign-on eligibility.

Qualifications

• Completion of radiation therapy course from an approved school or accredited program.
• Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is required.
• If working in North Dakota and performing medical imaging or radiation therapy procedures, licensure through the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily imaging and delivers prescribed therapeutic radiation doses safely and accurately.
• Maintains a great schedule with a 7:00 am–3:00 pm shift, Monday to Friday, no weekends or holidays.
• Interacts effectively with patients, families, physicians and department staff while ensuring patient safety and accurate documentation.

Skills

ARRT registration

Radiation therapy course

Team interaction

Education

Radiation therapy program completion

Tools

Varian TrueBeam

ARIA

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Facility: Marsh Med Ctr Iron Mtn
Location: Iron Mountain, MI
Address: 1721 S Stephenson Ave, Iron Mountain, MI 49801, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $35.00 - $49.50
Pay Info: This position may be eligible for a sign on bonus!

Department Details

Varian TrueBeam and ARIA record and verify. Join a team of dedicated therapists to take care of patients from the Upper Peninsula and Northern Wisconsin in our new cancer center (built July 2024).

Job Summary

Performs daily imaging and delivers daily prescribed therapeutic radiation doses to radiation therapy patients safely and accurately. Work Shift: Great schedule! 7:0 am - 3:00 pm, Mon - Fri

No weekends, holidays or call!

This position may be eligible for a sign on bonus!

The therapist incorporates their technical knowledge of the equipment and expertise of clinical treatment set-up, anatomical landmarks, treatment recording and management during patient care. The therapist must be able to interact effectively and accurately with patients and their family members, physicians, healthcare workers, and radiation oncology department personnel. Possesses the skills and knowledge necessary to be proficient in accurate delivery of prescribed doses of radiation, safety of patient during treatment, and documentation of patient care in the patient treatment record and inpatient chart (if applicable). A patient's sensitivity and confidentiality must be practiced at all times with adherence all HIPAA compliance standards. The therapist develops an understanding of the patient's physical and emotional status and reports that to the appropriate staff. Ability to work with growth and development needs of all client populations.

Qualifications

Completion of radiation therapy course from an approved school or accredited program.

Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is required. If working in North Dakota and performing medical imaging or radiation therapy procedures, licensure through the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (NDMIRT) Board of Examiners is required.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees.

Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include

• health insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• life insurance
• a 401(k) retirement plan
• work/life balance benefits
• a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance

For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0275133
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No