Radiation Therapist - Full Time

Kennedy University Hospitals, Inc; United States; On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Job summary

Kennedy University Hospitals, Inc in Cherry Hill, NJ is seeking a Radiation Therapist to deliver prescribed radiation dose and simulate patients as directed by the radiation oncologist. The role serves patient populations from young adulthood to late adulthood and emphasizes accuracy in treatment setup.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, performing simulations, delivering treatments with verification films, and maintaining detailed treatment records and daily statistics for planning

Qualifications

• Specialized Diploma in radiation therapy from AMA-approved program.
• Registered Technologist Radiology (ARRT) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for radiation treatment according to chart directions with high accuracy.
• Perform simulation for daily treatment setup as prescribed by the radiation oncologist.
• Deliver radiation treatments with precision using verification/port films.
• Document simulation and treatment data in patient charts and ensure accurate billing and records.

Education

Specialized Diploma graduate of AMA approved radiation therapy school

RT - Registered Technologist Radiology - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

Job description

Job Description Summary

Under the supervision of the Chief Radiation Therapist, the Radiation Therapist delivers prescribed radiation dose to patients, and simulate patients as determined by the radiation oncologist. Patient population ranges from young adulthood through late adulthood.

Job Duties

Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson. Prepares patient for radiation treatment according to chart directions with a high degree of accuracy to ensure appropriate radiation delivery. Performs simulation on patients for the purpose of setting up daily radiation treatments with a high degree of accuracy as prescribed by the radiation oncologist. Delivers radiation treatments to appropriate patients according to chart specifications with high degree of accuracy utilizing verification or port films to document radiation placement to ensure high quality of patient care. On initial treatment visit and subsequent visits, as outlined in policy and procedure manual, determines treatment accuracy utilizing verification or port films to document radiation placement to ensure high quality patient care. Schedules patients utilizing radiation oncology computer system according to guidelines developed by Chief-Radiation Therapist thereby ensuring efficient patient throughput. Documents simulation and treatment data in patient chart to assure compliance with radiation oncology prescription. Maintains daily statistics for review with Chief-Radiation Therapist and various administrative personnel and other agencies to assist in planning for the future needs of department. Utilizes department and hospital computer systems to accurately enter charges and other patient information resulting in the appropriate billing and tracking. Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Specialized Diploma Graduate of AMA approved radiation therapy school required.
• RT - Registered Technologist Radiology - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer

This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Salary Range

Salary Range $38.80 to $55.31 Hourly The actual hiring rate will be determined based on candidate experience, skills and qualifications. This position is not eligible for an annual incentive. Positions posted as annual salaries reflect an estimated amount for a 1.0 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) (i.e. 40 hour equivalent)), positions for less than 1.0 FTE will be prorated.)

Work Shift

Workday Day (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular Employee

Entity

Kennedy University Hospitals, Inc

Primary Location Address

2201 Chapel Ave West & Cooper Landing Rd, Cherry Hill, New Jersey, United States of America

About Jefferson

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.

Benefits

Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance. For more benefits information, please click here

Mission Statement

In keeping with Jefferson's Mission, We Improve Lives, it is our goal to recruit, retain, develop and reward highly-qualified employees. If you are enthusiastic, caring and dedicated to service excellence, we invite you to consider joining Jefferson. Jefferson encourages its employees to expand their knowledge and develop their careers through growth opportunities and continuing education. With a long standing history, Jefferson has been advancing the medical field from the heart of Center City Philadelphia for nearly 200 years. Our Mission, We Improve Lives, expands to every corner of the organization. From our weekly farmer’s market, to our new Jefferson Accelerator Zone for innovation, our employees’ passion for the community is evident by the daily gestures towards our patients, students and each other.