Radiation Therapist - Reg

Southern Ohio Medical Center; Portsmouth (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Performance-based annual increase

Retirement plan contributions

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Earned Wage Access

Paid Time Off and sick days

Life insurance

Tuition and certification assistance

Gym membership

Employee discounts

Job summary

Southern Ohio Medical Center seeks a Radiologic Therapist to administer daily radiation treatments and perform CT/simulation as directed, coordinating schedules and documentation in MOSAIQ EHR.

The role requires ARRT(R) and Ohio licensure, with education aligned to an associate or bachelor's degree in Radiation Therapy, and a strong emphasis on patient care and documentation accuracy.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Associate Degree in Radiography required; completion Radiation Certification Program required, or Bachelor’s Degree in Radiation Therapy required

Responsibilities

• Sets up, delivers, and accurately records radiation therapy treatments.
• Sets up, assists in delivery, and accurately records high dose rate brachytherapy treatments.
• Maintains competencies in CT/Simulator operations, immobilization devices, documentation, and treatment protocols for all simulation procedures.
• Prepares patient table and treatment equipment for CT simulator radiation therapy or high dose rate brachytherapy inclusive of positioning devices, ultrasound, afterloader, table, and gantry set-ups as applicable.
• Performs proper portal imaging and XVI imaging as prescribed by the radiation oncologist.
• Assists with quality assurance testing inclusive of but not limited to the linear accelerator and CT simulator.
• Charges appropriately for therapy services provided and maintains treatment schedule.
• Coordinates treatment schedules with medical oncology and other services as necessary.
• Observes all therapy equipment and report problems.
• Orders supplies for therapy rooms and stock items.
• Uses AIDET in patient communications and utilizes all mechanisms of patient communication, both written and oral.
• Uses discretion with mobile devices such as cell phones in patient care areas. Limits use of social media to after hours, breaks or lunch periods.
• Performs other duties as prescribed.

Education

Associate Degree in Radiography

Bachelor's Degree in Radiation Therapy

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY

Works under the direction and the supervision of the Nurse Manager of Cancer Services and AIC and in close coordination with the Lead Therapist. The registered radiation therapist's primary job function is to administer daily radiation treatments, perform CT/simulation as directed and facilitate schedules and documentation in the MOSAIQ EHR.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• High School Diploma or successful completion of an equivalent High School Exam Required
• Associate Degree in Radiography required; and completion Radiation Certification Program required, or
• Bachelor's Degree in Radiation Therapy required

Licensure:

• Ohio(T) required
• ARRT(T) required
• Ohio(R) preferred
• ARRT(R) preferred
• BLS/AED within 90 days of hire required

Experience:

• One year on the job experience to learn the operation of departmental equipment and department policy and procedures preferred.

JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES AND PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

The following is a summary of the major job duties of this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.

• Sets up, delivers, and accurately records radiation therapy treatments.
• Sets up, assists in delivery, and accurately records high dose rate brachytherapy treatments.
• Maintains competencies in CT/Simulator operations, immobilization devices, documentation, and treatment protocols for all simulation procedures.
• Prepares patient table and treatment equipment for CT simulator radiation therapy or high dose rate brachytherapy inclusive of positioning devices, ultrasound, afterloader, table, and gantry set‑ups as applicable.
• Performs proper portal imaging and XVI imaging as prescribed by the radiation oncologist.
• Assists with quality assurance testing inclusive of but not limited to the linear accelerator and CT simulator.
• Charges appropriately for therapy services provided and maintains treatment schedule.
• Coordinates treatment schedules with medical oncology and other services as necessary.
• Observes all therapy equipment and report problems.
• Orders supplies for therapy rooms and stock items.
• Uses AIDET in patient communications and utilizes all mechanisms of patient communication, both written and oral.
• Uses discretion with mobile devices such as cell phones in patient care areas. Limits use of social media to after hours, breaks or lunch periods.
• Performs other duties as prescribed.

Why SOMC? You Care for Our Patients, We Care for You

At Southern Ohio Medical Center, our mission is to make a difference in the community we serve. We're committed to delivering exceptional care and that starts with our team members. When you join SOMC, you're not just starting a job. You're joining a mission.

• Competitive pay with quarterly market analysis
• Performance-based annual increase and bonus eligibility
• Up to 4% employer contributions to retirement plans (403(b) and Cash Balance Pension)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage*
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts*
• Earned Wage Access - get paid before payday
• Paid Time Off bank with 3 annual sick days
• Life insurance and disability coverage*
• Tuition and certification assistance
• Club LC - discounted/free gym membership
• Employee discount and payroll deduct programs
• And many other benefit offerings!

*Available only to Full-Time and/or Part-Time Employees

Compensation & benefit eligibility is determined by employment status, position type, and hours worked. Offerings are subject to change and governed by SOMC's current plan documents and policies. Specific details will be reviewed upon hire as part of the onboarding process.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position in accordance with applicable law. A full job description is available upon request.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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