Radiation Therapist - Radiation Oncology

Penn State Health; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Tuition discount

Job summary

Penn State Health Milton S Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, PA, seeks a Radiation Therapist to administer ionizing radiation per prescriptions from the Radiation Oncologist. This full-time position requires ARRT certification (or within 3 months) and BLS, with flexible day shifts.

We offer a $15,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates and a 75% Penn State tuition discount for the employee and eligible dependents through the Grant-in-Aid program, plus comprehensive Penn State Health benefits.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent.
• ARRT certification required or able to obtain within 3 months of hire.
• BLS certification required.
• Preferred: ARIA 13.6+ and Varian equipment experience (TrueBeam).
• CT Simulation experience preferred; brachytherapy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer accurate ionizing radiation to patients according to prescriptions and instructions of the Radiation Oncologist.

Skills

BLS Certification

ARRT Certification progress

Education

High school degree or equivalent

ARRT certification or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire

Bachelor's degree in radiologic technology or health care field (preferred)

Tools

Varian TrueBeam

CT Simulation

Brachytherapy experience

Job description

Invest in Your Future and Theirs:

Full-time Milton S. Hershey Medical Center employees receive a 75% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents through the Grant-in-Aid program.

• $15,000 SIGN-ON BONUS - eligible to those that qualify*

Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Hershey

Work Type: Full Time

FTE: 1.00

Shift: Varied

Hours: Varied - dayshift 8 hrs between 6:00a - 5:00p

Summary Of Position

Administer accurate ionizing radiation to patients in accordance with prescriptions and instructions of the Radiation Oncologist.

Minimum Qualification(s)

• High school degree or equivalent
• ARRT certification or ability to obtain ARRT certification within three (3) months of hire required
• BLS Certification required

Preferred Qualification(s)

• Aria 13.6 or greater preferred
• Varian Equipment including proficiency on TrueBeam preferred
• CT Simulation experience preferred
• Brachytherapy experience preferred
• Minimum one (1) year experience post ARRT certification preferred
• Bachelor's degree in an approved program of radiologic technology or health care field preferred

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Benefits

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania's only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE'LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence - that's Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That's all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract.

All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health's policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.

Union

Non Bargained