Radiation Therapist - Proton/Photon Advanced Radiation Therapy Levine Cancer

aah; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus eligible

Job summary

Advocate Health in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Radiation Therapist to deliver ionizing radiation treatments per protocol in a busy clinical setting.

The role requires ARRT certification or eligibility, an AMA approved school of Therapeutic Radiology, and BLS. You will document treatments, monitor equipment, and collaborate with care teams to ensure patient safety and comfort. Sign-on bonus eligibility applies for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Treats patients with ionizing radiation in adherence to regulatory guidelines.
• Monitors equipment parameters, documents malfunctions and follows safety procedures.
• 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.
• Communicates instructions to patients and families; reports concerns to staff.

Skills

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

English proficiency

Education

AMA approved school of Therapeutic Radiology

ARRT registered or registry eligible

BLS certification

Tools

ARIA

Job description

Department

39026 Carolinas Medical Center - LC: Radiation Therapy: Advanced

Status

Full time

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hou rs Per Week

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information

Varies

This position is Sign-on Bonus eligible. Based on eligibility.

Pay Range

$38.20 - $57.30

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.

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

• CompensationBase compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Benefits and more
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation's largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.