Radiation Therapist - Siena

The US Oncology Network; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Nationwide network

Job summary

The US Oncology Network is seeking a Radiation Therapist to join our Las Vegas, NV team in a full-time role. You will administer radiation therapy under supervision, ensure precise beam positioning, and document treatment parameters in the electronic medical record.

Qualified candidates have an accredited radiation therapy program graduate, ARRT certification, and an active state license. The position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities in a nationwide network dedicated to cancer

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiation therapy technology program.
• ARRT certification required.
• Active valid state license in radiation therapy.

Responsibilities

• Accurately delivers and records radiation therapy treatments under supervision.
• Enter and maintain patient treatment parameters in the EMR.
• Assist in maintaining patient appointment schedule and billing information.
• Cut blocks when applicable and create custom molds.
• Interpret and apply computerized treatment plans.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Collaborate with physicians and senior therapists for patient care.
• Train and mentor students and new hires.

Skills

ARRT certification

State license

Accredited RTT program

Education

Accredited radiation therapy program

Job description

Overview

Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada (CCCN) offers a variety of cancer treatment options including radiation oncology. Radiation therapy, or radiation oncology, is quicker, safer, and more precise than ever before. Radiation oncologists at CCCN use the most advanced treatment planning systems and state-of-the-art radiation technology to deliver internal and external radiation that helps prevent cancerous cells from growing or dividing, and potentially eliminates them. Motivated, caring professionals are encouraged to join us.

Career Opportunity

Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada has an exciting opportunity for a Radiation Therapist to work full-time within the Las Vegas, Nevada area. In this role, you will work with some of the best physicians in their fields while providing care to patients in a successful health care organization.

Scope

Under direct supervision, administers radiation therapy treatments to patients. Accuracy in positioning the beam of radiation to correspond with the designated tumor volume and accurately delivering the prescribed dose are paramount job functions. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accurately delivers and records radiation therapy treatments under the direction of a radiation oncologist and chief radiation therapist.
• Accurately enters and maintains patient treatment parameters into electronic medical record. Participates in clinical instruction of newly hired therapists and students.
• Assists in maintaining patient appointment schedule and submitting correct billing information.
• Accurately cuts blocks, when applicable.
• Accurately makes custom molds.
• Accurately completes simple mu calculations.
• Accurately interprets a computerized treatment plan.
• Maintains clean, safe, and organized work environment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of an accredited radiation therapy technology program.
• Position is entry level and requires 0-3 years’ experience actively practicing as an RTT.
• ARRT certification required.
• Must hold valid state license for radiation therapy.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Requires vision and hearing corrected to normal ranges.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in an office environment and requires significant interaction with management, staff and external auditors and clients. Work will require frequent travel by air or automobile, approximately 70% of workweek, on average. Successful candidates will thrive in a fast paced, rapidly changing environment and have a passion for caring for their patients.

Benefits

• In addition to a great career opportunity, we offer excellent benefits, a team environment, professional development, and the chance to be part of a nationwide network dedicated to fight the war against cancer.

The US Oncology Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. This employer participates in E-Verify.