Radiation Therapist | Advanced Techniques & Patient Care

saintlukes; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical health plans

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement contributions

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Saint Luke's North Hospital's Radiation Therapy Department is seeking a Radiation Therapist to join our Radiation Oncology team. The role involves delivering daily radiation therapy treatments, simulations, and assisting in new technique development, with a focus on patient comfort and safety.

You'll work Mon-Fri, with rotating call and no major holidays, using imaging technologies like CBCT and IGRT, and participate in QA, continuing education, and department meetings to maintain licensure and

Qualifications

• Less than 1 year of experience in radiation therapy.
• ARRT Radiation Therapy certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Associate Degree in Radiation Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, perform radiotherapy treatments and simulations at a technical level with minimal supervision.
• Assist in development of new techniques and processes for simulations, treatment, equipment and devices.
• Deliver daily radiation therapy treatments and schedule patients for treatment; maintain accurate patient EMR.
• Participate in continuing education programs and department QA; maintain licensure and accreditation.
• Provide support to coworkers and actively participate in department meetings.
• Maintain flexibility and a positive attitude in a changing environment.
• Utilize imaging technologies (CBCT, IGRT) for simulation, planning, and delivery as prescribed by a radiation oncologist.
• Perform daily warm-up procedures in simulation and on linear accelerators.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Compassionate care

Empathy

Education

Associate Degree

Tools

CBCT

IGRT

Job description

Saint Luke's North Hospital's Radiation Therapy Department is seeking a Radiation Therapist to join our Radiation Oncology team. The role involves delivering daily radiation therapy treatments, simulations, and assisting in new technique development, with a focus on patient comfort and safety.

You'll work Mon-Fri, with rotating call and no major holidays, using imaging technologies like CBCT and IGRT, and participate in QA, continuing education, and department meetings to maintain licensure and