Radiation Therapist

lmh; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Excellent benefits

Community-focused team

Job summary

LMH Health in Lawrence, Kansas is seeking a Radiation Therapist to join our care team and deliver patients’ cancer treatments with care and precision.

You will maintain patient charts, review treatment plans with the oncology team, calibrate and operate radiation equipment, and explain procedures to patients to ensure understanding and comfort.

We value a team-first approach, ongoing professional development, and a commitment to safe, compassionate patient care.

Qualifications

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in medical imaging.
• Valid radiation therapy license/certification.
• ARRT certification.
• BLS Certification.

Responsibilities

• Explain procedures to patient accurately and to satisfaction.
• Maintain patient records and documentation.
• Calibrate, operate and maintain radiation therapy equipment.
• Administer treatment safely in consultation with oncology team.
• Review patient history and discuss treatment plans with patients.

Skills

Communication

Patient advocacy

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in medical imaging

ARRT certification

BLS Certification

Job description

Something special starts here. You can't define it, but you know it when you see it: the difference between an average life and the good life. When your cup is full - with joy, purpose and lifelong health - it shows. At LMH Health, we are all about healthy people, healthy communities and healthy futures, and that makes us your destination for an exceptional career. From flexible, work-life harmony to competitive pay and great advancement potential, find everything you're looking for at LMH Health.

You'll find everything you're looking for at LMH Health:

• Join a team that cares about the community
• Tuition reimbursement to support continuing education
• Professional development and recognition
• Excellent benefits

We're looking for you.

Job Description

I. JOB SUMMARY

A radiation therapist as a part of the care team treats patients with cancer and other diseases through the use of radiation treatments. The Radiation Therapist maintains patient charts, noting such information as the area treated, the radiation dosage, equipment control settings, the patient's reactions, and the total amount of radiation received to date. Consults with radiation oncologists and other clinical staff as needed.

II. ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Explains procedures to patient/family accurately and to customer satisfaction.
• Maintains certifications, licensure and job related/accreditation competencies and requirements.
• Acts as patient's advocate prior, during and following exams.
• Maintains accurate patient records and documents pertinent data and patient information completely.
• Reviews patient history and obtains appropriate order.
• Discusses and explains the treatment plans to patients.
• Administers radiation treatment safely, in consultation with oncology team.
• Calibrates, operates and maintains radiation machine.
• Ensures accurate delivery of treatment using medical imaging equipment.
• Advises patients on treating side effects of therapy.
• Maintains detailed records of treatments and progress.
• Supports team effort by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
• Performs other duties as needed or assigned.

III. JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in medical imaging
• Valid radiation therapy license/certification
• ARRT certification
• BLS Certification

Our Cultural Beliefs

• People First
• Integrity Matters
• Better Together

At LMH Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.