Radiation Therapist

1000 Owensboro Health, Inc.; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Part time

Job summary

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital in Kentucky seeks a Radiation Therapist to provide therapeutic patient care as prescribed by a Radiation Oncologist. You will deliver treatment plans, operate the linac and related equipment, and work closely with the oncology team.

Responsibilities include accurate patient positioning, ALARA principle adherence, and collaboration with dosimetrists and physicists. 0.5 FTE, Monday–Friday, 7:00–4:30, with organizational safety and compliance at the forefront.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in Science required at hire.
• BLS basic life support within 90 days of employment.
• Licensure/certification as RT(T) required upon hire; ROC certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient treatment plan in collaboration with physician and dosimetrist/physicist.
• Evaluate patient response and report adverse reactions.
• Position patients accurately and ensure precise treatment techniques.
• Maintain ALARA and minimize exposure to patient and staff.
• Verify prescriptions and patient consents; ensure chart completeness.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Stability under stress

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree in Science

Higher degree possible in related field

Tools

Linear accelerator

OBI

Portal imager

Protura couch

HDR unit

Job description

Entity: Owensboro Health Regional Hospital | Department: Radiation Oncology | Work Hours: M-F 7:00-4:30 | Weekend Requirements: N/A | 0.5 FTE

Job Summary

Provides therapeutic and patient care services for the purpose of delivering radiation therapy as prescribed by a Radiation Oncologist.

Job Responsibilities

Delivers patient treatment plan in collaboration with physician and dosimetrist/physicist. Evaluates patients for appropriate response to treatment and reports any adverse reactions. Positions patients and selects anatomic/technical parameters accurately; maintains a high degree of accuracy in positioning and treatment techniques while utilizing radiation protection procedures. Reviews patient charts for completeness and accuracy according to established policies and procedures. Verifies completion of prescription, appropriate signatures, and patient consents. Responsible for effective and safe operation of equipment in the Linac treatment room. This includes the Linear accelerator, OBI, portal imager, Protura couch, and HDR unit. Fabricates individualized immobilization, custom blocks, and other beam-modifying devices. Applies as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA) principle to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others. Primary liaison between patients and other members of the radiation oncology team.

Skills and Attributes

Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment. Works under minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Position Requirements

Work Experience No experience required.

Education

Associate's degree or higher in Science required upon hire OR Associate's degree or higher in related field required upon hire.

Additional Education Information

A combination of education, training and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Licensure/Certification/Registration

RT(T) - Registered as a Radiological Technologist in Radiation Therapy required upon hire AND ROC - Radiation Operator Certification in the state of Kentucky required upon hire AND BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position.

Organizational Responsibilities

Supports Owensboro Health’s Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests. Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.

Additional Job Information

This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed may not apply to all employees with this job description. The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position.

Standard ADA Settings

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

(Clinical-Office/Clinic) Standing: 75% Walking: 75% Sitting: 50% Lifting 0-25 lbs: 25% Lifting 25-75 lbs: 25% Lifting over 75 lbs: 25% Carrying 0-25 lbs: 25% Carrying 25-75 lbs: 25% Carrying over 75 lbs: 25% Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: 75% Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: 50% Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: 50% Climbing: 50% Bending/Stooping: 75% Kneeling: 50% Crouching/Crawling: 50% Reaching: 75% Talking: 75% Hearing: 75% Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: 25% Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: 75% Keyboard Data Entry: 75% Running: 25% Vision: Depth Perception: 75% Vision: Distinguish Color: 75% Vision: Seeing Far: 75% Vision: Seeing Near: 75% Hazardous Drug Risk Exposure: Risk Level: Low-Risk

Owensboro Health Core Commitments

INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers. RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community. TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future. INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health. SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do. EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.

Owensboro Health is a nonprofit health system with a mission to heal the sick and to improve the health of the communities we serve in Kentucky and Indiana. The system includes Owensboro Health Regional Hospital, nationally recognized for design, architecture and engineering; Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital; Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Medical Center; the Owensboro Health Medical Group comprised of over 200 providers at more than 30 locations; three outpatient Healthplex facilities, a certified medical fitness facility, the Healthpark; a surgical weight loss center and program, and the Mitchell Memorial Cancer Center.