Radiation Therapist - Cancer Center - PRN

HSHS Medical Group; O'Fallon (IL); On-site; USD 71,000 - 107,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO and paid time off

Education assistance

Retirement benefits

Adoption assistance

Wellness program

Job summary

HSHS Medical Group is seeking a Radiation Therapist for the O'Fallon Cancer Center. The PRN, part-time role involves CT simulation and delivering prescribed radiation therapy, following the oncologist's plan, with no weekend responsibilities.

Requires an associate degree in Radiation Therapy or equivalent, ARRT eligibility, and Illinois IEMA credentials; BLS is required within 30 days of hire. Qualified candidates may have a BS in Radiation Therapy and at least one year of experience.

Qualifications

• Associates in Radiation Therapy or graduate of an accredited program required.
• BS in Radiation Therapy preferred; associates degree required for certain grads.
• 1 year of Radiation Therapy experience preferred; ARRT registration or eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Simulate and administer radiation therapy using CT scanner and linear accelerator per prescription.
• Maintain compliance with required certifications and biosafety practices.

Skills

CT imaging

Patient care

Communication

Education

Associates in Radiation Therapy

Bachelor of Science in Radiation Therapy (preferred)

Associates Degree (post-12/31/14 grads)

Tools

ARRT certification/eligibility

IEMA Radiation Therapy license

BLS within 30 days

Job description

## Radiation Therapist - Cancer Center - PRNApply: Onsite: O'Fallon, IL: Part time: Posted Today: R1039233**Pay Range:**$34.21 - $51.31A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education.Responsible for the simulation and administration of radiation therapy by using a CT scanner and linear accelerator while following the prescription of a radiation oncologist. Position Specifics: o Department: Radiation/Oncology o Core Function: Rehab/Therapy/Sleep o Schedule: PRN - 8a-430pm is standard shift but by vary due to pt. volume, no weekend, call or holiday responsibilities o Facility: O'Fallon Cancer Center o Location: O’Fallon, IL o Compensation aligned with your experience**Education Qualifications*** Associates in Radiation Therapy or graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy program is required.* Bachelor of Science in Radiation Therapy is preferred.* Associates Degree required for those graduating from Radiation Therapy program after 12/31/14.**Experience Qualifications*** One year experience in Radiation Therapy is preferred.**Certifications, Licenses and Registrations*** IEMA-Radiation Therapy (Illinois Emergency Management Association) is required in Illinois.* Basic Life Support (BLS) is required within 30 days of hire.* ARRT registered in radiation therapy or successful completion of a Radiation Therapy program and eligible to take the certification exam in Radiation Therapy as defined by the American Registration of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT). Colleague must complete and pass a certification and registration exam in accordance with the eligibility requirements of ARRT within one year of hire.Job DescriptionScheduled Weekly Hours:40Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day. Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a healthcare system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments. Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient. **Benefits:**HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. **Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits.*** Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues.* Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need.* Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions.* Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period.* Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more!* Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more!