Radiation Therapist

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Full benefits package (Medical, Dental

Vision, PTO, Life Insurance

Short/Long-term Disability starts DAY

Nurse Residency Program for new nurses

Employer retirement match

Tuition Reimbursement

DailyPay

Free parking

Job summary

Trinity Health Oakland is seeking a Radiation Therapist to support the radiation treatment process under the direction of a radiation oncologist. The role involves patient preparation, coordination with the care team, imaging and treatment accuracy, and adherence to ALARA guidelines.

Required education includes a Bachelor’s in Radiation Therapy or equivalent Radiologic Technology pathway with additional therapy training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Radiation Therapy or completion of a two-year Radiologic Technology program followed by a one-year Radiation Therapy program.
• ARRT certification for radiation therapy; must be registered or registry-eligible; registry-eligible must complete within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Review treatment records for completeness.
• Consult with physicians, physics/dosimetry and colleagues as needed.
• Review electronic chart (Aria) and treatment record for accuracy before delivery.
• Prepare treatment room and equipment per procedures.
• Explain procedures to patients per department standards.
• Position patients with established policies and procedures and monitor during treatment.
• Assist in simulation and treatment planning and imaging when necessary.
• Acquire CBCT or portal imaging as prescribed and verify alignment before treatment.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Radiation Therapy or Radiologic Technology with one year Radiation Therapy training

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Radiation Therapist Full-time, 40 hours Day Shift Location: Trinity Health Oakland

Benefits available to you as a colleague of Trinity Health

• Competitive compensation
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability starts DAY ONE
• Nurse Residency Program for all new nurses!
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health
• Tuition Reimbursement
• DailyPay – Choose to get paid every day!
• Free parking in proximity to your workplace
• Trinity Health offers a comprehensive benefit package offering healthcare plans accessing the Trinity Health and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) network of hospitals and providers. Each plan option offers the flexibility to choose from two tiers with Tier 1 Trinity Health network providers providing the lowest out of pocket costs and Tier 2 select BCBSM providers.

POSITION PURPOSE:

At the direction of the radiation oncologist, and in tandem with a certified Radiation Therapist, assists in the radiation treatment process according to established guidelines and polices/procedures.

What the Radiation Therapist will do:

• Assists in the review of a patient’s treatment record for completeness.
• Confers with physicians, physics/dosimetry, and their colleagues for clarification prior to, during, and after treatment when necessary.
• Supports the review of the electronic chart (Aria) and patient treatment record for consistency, completeness, and accuracy prior to treatment delivery.
• Prepares treatment room and equipment according to established procedures.
• Explains procedures to patients according to departmental standards.
• Follows standards in positioning of patients and follows treatment processes according to established policies and procedures.
• Monitors patient during procedures at all times and reports any change in condition, psychologic, or physiologic to the physician or other appropriate patient care personnel.
• Assists in the simulation and treatment planning process and other procedures occurring within the department of radiation oncology when necessary.
• Acquires imaging via CBCT or portal imaging as prescribed by the physician.
• Appropriately and thoroughly reviews images prior to treatment, ensuring alignment falls within allowable tolerances.
• Makes shifts and/or realigns patients when necessary to ensure the most accurate treatment delivery
• Schedules patients for treatment and simulations per department guidelines in the Aria scheduling system.
• Inspects all equipment safety interlocks, monitors equipment, and reports malfunctions.
• Submits charges into the computer systems for services rendered to patients in accordance with established guidelines.
• Participates in the clinical education and training of students.
• Adheres to ALARA guidelines during all procedures.
• Behaves in accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values of Trinity Health.
• Other duties as assigned.

What the Radiation Therapist will need:

• Education: A Bachelor's Degree in Radiation Therapy or completion of a two (2) year program in Radiologic Technology followed by a one (1) year program in Radiation Therapy.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 months of on the job training or experience.
• Certification: CPR. ARRT (American Registry for Radiologic Technologists) for radiation therapy. Must be registered or registry-eligible upon hire. Registry-eligible candidates must successfully complete registration within 6 months of hire.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services.

Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.

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