Radiation Therapist

Akumin®; Wailuku (HI); On-site; USD 91,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

Cross training opportunities

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA contributions

401(k) match

Paid holidays

PTO & sick time

Job summary

Akumin is hiring a Radiation Therapist for our Maui, HI facility. This is a full-time position that involves delivering radiation treatment per prescription, ensuring patient safety, and documenting treatment details.

The role requires ARRT certification, state licensure if applicable, CPR, and at least 1 year of experience. The Radiation Therapist will communicate clearly with patients, perform simulations, input data into the EMR, and assist with related procedures.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in ARRT accredited Radiation Therapy program.
• ARRT (T) certification required.
• State licensure, if applicable.
• CPR certification.
• Minimum 1 year experience as Radiation Therapist.
• COVID-19 may be a condition of employment.
• Pre-employment background check and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Delivers radiation treatment according to written prescription and treatment plan.
• Maintain patient safety and proper treatment delivery procedures.
• Document treatment records accurately and report deviations.
• Explain procedures to patient/family and address concerns.
• Perform patient simulations and input data into EMR.
• Assist in treatment-related procedures and QA checks.
• Capture and verify patient treatment charges.

Education

Associate degree or College/Technical Certification in ARRT Accredited Radiation Therapy Program

ARRT (T)

State Licensure

CPR Certification

Job description

Akumin is a leading provider of outpatient radiology and oncology services, partnering with top hospitals and health systems nationwide to deliver advanced diagnostic imaging and exceptional patient care close to home. With a national footprint, cutting-edge technology, and a strong commitment to innovation and patient-centered care, our teams play a vital role in improving outcomes for millions of patients each year.

We are currently hiring for a Radiation Therapist at our Maui, HI facility. This will be a Full Time position.

Our Radiation Therapist use exceptional communication skills to connect with patients, explain the procedure and put them at ease.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Delivers radiation treatment according to written prescription and treatment plan. Ensures safety in patient care through the consistent practice of departmental procedures for treatment administration. Treatment delivery includes identifying correct patient, escorting patient to treatment room, assisting patient onto the treatment table, positions patient for treatment, delivers radiation from the control room and assists the patient in exiting the treatment room.
• Provides and ensures an environment of caring, concern and support for patients, visitors, medical staff and co-workers on a consistent basis.
• Assures the quality of treatment delivery through the complete and accurate. Documentation of treatment records. Recognizes deviation from prescribed treatment delivery and reports all deviations to the Chief Therapist and/or Physicist.
• Uses effective communication techniques and interpersonal skills to provide. Explanations for treatment-related procedures. Explains treatment procedures to patient and/or family. Refers medical questions to appropriate personnel. Responds effectively to patient concerns. Observes patients for expected and unexpected reactions to treatments and communicates this to appropriate staff members. Reinforces patient education/side effect management information and indicates non-compliance to medical/nursing staff.
• Independently performs patient simulations at the request of physician. Collects and documents data acquired during the simulation procedure. Accurately inputs treatment-related data into the EMR. Makes any appropriate patient-centric recommendations to the physician.
• Assists as needed in all treatment-related procedures, including transporting patients, reviewing charts, and ordering supplies. The RT demonstrates the ability to recognize standard imaging / ARGT; and make the necessary to adjustments to ensure high quality treatment.
• Performs and documents daily and weekly QA checklist. Notifies appropriate clinical team members and documents of findings outside the normal range of operations. Participates in programs to measure and improve the quality of care within the Department. Able to use critical thinking to trouble shoot and often fix common quality issues.
• Captures and verifies patient treatment charges

Position Requirements:

• Associate’s degree or College/Technical Certification in ARRT Accredited Radiation Therapy Program.
• ARRT (T).
• State Licensure, if applicable
• CPR Certification.
• One (1) year minimum experience as Radiation Therapist.
• The COVID-19 is/may be a condition of employment.
• All candidates who accept an offer for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screen as a condition of employment.

At Akumin, we invest in the well-being of our employees, so you can bring your best self to work each day. You can expect to see the following benefits:

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Flexible scheduling
• Cross training opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA accounts with employer contributions
• 401(k) eligibility with employer match
• Paid holidays
• Defined PTO and sick time programs

Eligibility for benefits will vary based on role type and hours worked.

The estimated hourly pay range for this role in HI is $65.98-$80.61. Actual compensation depends on experience, skills, location, and other factors such as internal equity and budget.

Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer, and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.