Radiation Therapist

Central Maine Medical Center; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 69,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, ME, seeks a part-time radiation therapist to support the Cancer Care Center. You will use imaging modalities for simulation and x-ray therapy, ensuring proper dose delivery and safety per treatment plans. Documentation of the care process follows departmental standards.

The role requires ARRT certification, a radiation therapy program graduate, current BLS, and familiarity with relevant regulations. Prior experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a radiation therapy program.
• ARRT certification required.
• Current BLS required.
• Familiarity with State and Federal regulations.
• Previous clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient services using imaging modalities for simulation and xray therapy equipment to treat patients for malignancies and pain.
• Operates equipment while applying radiation safety to localize the treatment volume and prescribed dose.
• Documents components of the therapeutic care process according to department standards.

Skills

Radiation therapy

ARRT certification

BLS certification

Regulatory compliance

Clinical experience

Education

Radiation therapy program graduate

Job description

Overview

• Department: Cancer Care Center
• Schedule: Part-time, Days
• Facility: Central Maine Medical Center
• Location: Lewiston, ME 04240

Central Maine Healthcare (CMH), a member of Prime Healthcare Foundation, is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving approximately 400,000 residents across central, western, and midcoast Maine through a network of more than 40 primary and specialty care locations. The system includes Central Maine Medical Center (CMMC) in Lewiston, a 250-bed, not-for-profit regional referral hospital that is home to the region’s only Cancer Care Center, an orthopedic ambulatory surgery center, and the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute. CMMC also serves as the central Maine base for LifeFlight of Maine, the state's only medical helicopter service.

CMH also includes Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital, two 25-bed critical access hospitals that provide essential care to Maine’s rural communities.

As part of its commitment to healthcare education and workforce development, CMH is home to the Maine College of Health Professions, Maine’s first nursing and medical imaging school. The private, not-for-profit institution is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education and plays an important role in training the next generation of healthcare professionals.

To learn more, visit www.cmhc.org .

Responsibilities

Provides patient services using imaging modalities for simulation and xray therapy equipment to treat patients for malignancies and pain. Applies principles of radiation protection while operating equipment to both localize treatment volume and the delivery of prescribed dosage in accordance with treatment plan. Documents components of the therapeutic care process in a concise, legible format consistent with departmental standards, policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Graduate of radiation therapy program required.
• American Registry of Radiation Therapy Technology certification required.
• Previous experience desired.
• Current BLS.
• Must be familiar with State and Federal regulations.

Pay Transparency

Central Maine Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $50.00 to $62.51 per hour. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Part Time < 60

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf