Radiation Therapist - Atrium Health Morehead Medical Plaza Levine Cancer Institute FT

Atrium Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a Radiation Therapist at Morehead Medical Plaza Levine Cancer Institute in Charlotte, NC. This full-time role involves planning and treating cancer patients with ionizing radiation. The position requires strong clinical skills, adherence to safety guidelines, and a commitment to patient care. Opportunities for professional advancement and financial incentives make this position particularly attractive for qualified candidates.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus of $10,000

Relocation Bonus of $5,000

Robust benefits packages

Paid time off

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• ARRT registered or registry eligible.
• BLS required per policy guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Treats patients with ionizing radiation in adherence to regulatory guidelines.
• Monitors and documents equipment parameters and malfunctions.
• Communicates instructions and procedures to patients and families.

Skills

Critical thinking

Dexterity

Communication

Education

Graduate of AMA approved school of Therapeutic Radiology

Job description

Radiation Therapist - Atrium Health Morehead Medical Plaza Levine Cancer Institute FT

$ Sign-On Bonus Eligible
Charlotte, NC, United States
Job ID: 154174
Job Family: Radiology Services
Status: Full Time
Shift: Day
Detailed Shift and Schedule: 8:00am-4:30pm
Job Type: Regular
Department Name: 11011036632962-Radiation Therapy

This position is Sign-on Bonus eligible. Radiation Therapist are eligible for a bonus of $10,000 for Full-Time positions, and a relocation bonus of $5,000. In addition to the sign-on bonus, new teammates at Atrium Health are eligible for robust benefits packages, paid time off, and opportunities for career advancement.

Job Summary

Responsible for the optimum planning and treatment of the radiation therapy patient with ionizing radiation in accordance with the written directive of the Radiation Oncologists, and under the direct supervision of the Chief Therapist.

Essential Functions

· Treats patients with ionizing radiation in adherence to all regulatory guidelines.

· Monitors all equipment parameters, documents equipment malfunctions and understands all emergency and safety procedures of all equipment.

· Maintains accurate medical records and treatment schedules.

· Inputs treatment and simulation charge information into Aria.

· Documents patient treatment chart.

· Understands emergency and fault procedures for linear accelerators and simulators.

· Recognizes and reports patient concern and physical problems to appropriate personnel.

· Communicates instructions and procedures to patients and their families.

· Maintains organization and cleanliness in the clinic.

Physical Requirements

This position requires walking, standing, sitting, lifting, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing and pulling. Must be able to lift and support 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment and supplies. Must speak and understand English. Intact sense of sight, hearing, smell and touch. Finger dexterity. Critical thinking and ability to concentrate. Must be able to respond quickly and make decisions to changes on the unit.

Education, Experience and Certifications

Graduate of an AMA approved school of Therapeutic Radiology or international equivalent. ARRT registered or registry eligible, must pass registry in the first 90 days of employment.BLS required per policy guidelines.