Radiation Therapist RT(T) - Therapy & Dosimetry

Barnes-Jewish Hospital; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnes-Jewish Hospital in Missouri is seeking a Radiation Therapist to join the Radiation Oncology Department. You will perform patient treatments under the direction of the Radiation Oncologist, using ionizing radiation and advanced treatment machines.

Responsibilities include preparing patients and charts, delivering accurate treatments, and coordinating scheduling. Requirements include completion of an accredited Radiation Therapy program and ARRT RT(T) certification; High School Diploma or

Qualifications

• Completed an accredited Radiation Therapy program.
• Board Certified by the ARRT (RT(T)).
• Radiation Therapy training and credentialing as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient and chart prior to start of procedure.
• Delivers accurate and consistent treatments to patients.
• Completes treatment process and coordinates patient scheduling.

Education

R.T.(T) Certification

High School Diploma or GED

Radiation Therapy

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Additional Information About The Role

Join Our Team at BJC HealthCare:

Barnes Jewish Hospital – Center for Advanced Medicine we offer great leadership opportunities and multiple ways to advance within your career.

• Day Shift Hours: 4 days @ 10 hour shifts (6:30am-5pm)
• No weekends – unless on Paid call (3-4 times per year) – Paid even if not called in!
• Radiology, Medical Imaging, Cancer Care, Radiation Therapy, RT(T), Radiation Therapy & Dosimetry
• Radiation Oncology
• State of the Art & Various Treatment Machines (TrueBeam, Edge, ViewRay, Gamma Knife, Hyperthermia)
• Advanced treatment techniques utilizing the latest technology in the radiation therapy field (SBRT, SRS, Adaptive, OSMS, Identify, Hypersite)
• Complex and life-saving treatments with an innovative team

Position Details

• Day Shift Hours: 4 days @ 10 hour shifts (6:30am-5pm)
• No weekends – unless on Paid call (3-4 times per year) – Paid even if not called in!
• Radiology, Medical Imaging, Cancer Care, Radiation Therapy, RT(T), Radiation Therapy & Dosimetry
• Radiation Oncology
• State of the Art & Various Treatment Machines (TrueBeam, Edge, ViewRay, Gamma Knife, Hyperthermia)
• Advanced treatment techniques utilizing the latest technology in the radiation therapy field (SBRT, SRS, Adaptive, OSMS, Identify, Hypersite)
• Complex and life-saving treatments with an innovative team

Requirements

• Completed an accredited Radiation Therapy program
• Board Certified by the ARRT
• RT(T)

Next Steps

• If selected to move forward with Interview Process, a Talent Advisor will contact you via email for a screen

Overview

Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

The Radiation Oncology Department houses a variety of therapeutic equipment, including 8 linear accelerators; a full Brachytherapy suite; a Gamma Knife center; two CT simulators and a dedicated MRI unit. The department supports two radiation therapy technology programs and a medical dosimeter programs via affiliations with local universities.

Role Purpose

Performs patient treatments utilizing ionizing radiation under the direction of the Radiation Oncologist.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient and chart prior to start of procedure.
• Delivers accurate and consistent treatments to patients.
• Completes treatment process and coordinates patient scheduling.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma or GED
• Radiation Therapy

Experience

• No Experience

Supervisor Experience

• No Experience

Licenses & Certifications

• R.T.(T)

Preferred Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's Degree
• Radiation Therapy

Benefits And Legal Statement

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At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer