Radiation Therapist - Radiation Oncology - Day

WellSpan Health; Lebanon (Lebanon County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Education assistance

Financial education support

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

WellSpan Health in Lebanon County, United States, is hiring for a part-time Radiation Therapist. The role involves delivering prescribed radiation therapy, preparing patients and equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Candidates must hold an Associates Degree in Radiation Therapy Technology or Radiologic Technology, with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience and ARRT certification. The position offers comprehensive health benefits, retirement plans, and education assistance.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Radiation Therapy Technology or Radiologic Technology is required.
• 3 years of relevant experience is required.
• Must have ARRT certification within 180 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide prescribed radiation therapy to patients.
• Prepare room and equipment for patients.
• Maintain compliance with safety regulations and documentation.

Skills

Radiation therapy

CT-simulation procedures

Patient care

Documentation in EHR

Professional development

Education

Associates Degree in Radiation Therapy Technology

Associates Degree in Radiologic Technology

Tools

Radiation Therapy equipment

Job description

Schedule

Part Time, Day Shift (64 hours biweekly). Hours: Monday - Friday (varied days), 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM. Rotation: On call rotation.

Job Description

Provides radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by physician according to Wellspan Oncology Service Line established standards and practices. Performs CT‑simulation procedures and/or other treatments/procedures requiring specialized skills/training at an advanced skill level.

WILLING TO CONSIDER ENTRY LEVEL RECENT GRADUATES.

Responsibilities

• Delivers a prescribed and planned course of radiation therapy to patients; obtains patient history, answers patient questions, and explains the procedure.
• Checks prescription, diagnosis, chart, patient identification, etc.
• Prepares room and equipment for patient.
• Reinforces recommendations given to patient by the physician, nurses, dietician, etc., concerning reaction to treatment and care of the radiated area, prevention or treatment of generalized and local side effects.
• Observes patient for any unusual reactions or events.
• Performs IGRT procedures for tumor localization.
• Prepares patient and equipment for, and performs simulation procedures.

Common Expectations

• Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor and staff by complying with all applicable safety regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize processes and “error proof” systems that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required.
• Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards. Completes annual required LMS training as assigned.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in‑service meetings, and workshops. Maintains current ARRT certification.
• Maintains appropriate documentation in the EHR as required by the profession and Wellspan Oncology Service Line.
• Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.
• Supervises, assists and evaluates students in the clinical education setting.
• Aids in the training of radiation therapy students.

Qualifications

Minimum Education

• Associates Degree Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy Technology Program. Required
• Associates Degree Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program. Required

Work Experience

• 3 years relevant experience. Required

Licenses

• Registered Technologist–Radiation Therapy – ARRT within 180 days. Required
• Basic Life Support within 180 days. Required

Courses and Training

• Appropriate training in radiation therapy. Upon hire. Required
• Appropriate specialized training. Upon hire. Required

Benefits Offered

• Comprehensive health benefits
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Education assistance
• Financial education and support, including DailyPay
• Expanded Paid Parental Leave