RADIATION THERAPIST-REG - PER DIEM

Sparrow Health System; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading health system in Lansing seeks a Radiation Therapist to provide care to cancer patients. This role involves delivering radiation therapy, documenting treatments accurately, and ensuring patient safety. Ideal candidates will have ARRT registration and demonstrate strong communication skills in a clinical team environment.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within 60 days of hire required.
• ARRT registered in Radiation Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Delivers prescribed radiation therapy and maintains accurate treatment records.
• Performs radiation simulations and observes patients for reactions.
• Coordinates work flow for quality patient care.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

JRCERT accredited radiation therapy program

Tools

ViewRay

MROQC

Job description

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Job ID: 49215

Positions Location: Lansing, MIJob DescriptionGeneral Purpose of Job: Provide

Description:

Positions Location: Lansing, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

Provide radiation therapy services to cancer patients as directed by an authorized user (radiation oncology physician) in accordance with the established standards of the department.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Delivers accurately the prescribed planned course of radiation therapy in accordance with the radiation oncologist written directive and maintains legible and accurate records of daily treatment as required.
• Performs radiation simulations procedures and observes patients for unusual reactions and/or events.
• Performs procedures related to physics/dosimetry with and without supervision of the physicist and/or dosimetrist.
• Follows all mandated departmental radiation safety, emergency, and hazardous materials procedures.
• Reports and records equipment deficiencies to the Manager and/or Bio-Medical Engineering.
• Responsible for supervision, instruction and education of students.
• Attends departmental meetings and conferences.
• Assists in nursing related functions as necessary.
• Responsible for coordination of work flow to accommodate quality patient care and patient treatments.

Job Requirements

General Requirements • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within 60 days of hire.• Radiation Therapy American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registered. Work Experience • None Education • JRCERT accredited radiation therapy program graduate. Specialized Knowledge and Skills • Demonstrates effective communication and interpersonal skills.• Demonstrates ability to work as a team member.• Demonstrates ability to work independently as needed.• ViewRay trained - PREFERRED• MROQC trained - PREFERRED

University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
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Job Family

Clinical Professional/Technical/Allied Health

Requirements:

Shift Days Degree Type / Education Level Associate Status Per Diem Facility Sparrow Hospital Experience Level Under 4 Years