Radiation Therapist - Summerlin

US Oncology Inc.; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada (CCCN) in Las Vegas, NV seeks a Radiation Therapist to join a leading cancer care team. You will deliver precise radiation treatments under the supervision of a radiation oncologist and chief therapist, while documenting parameters in the EMR and supporting patient scheduling and billing processes.

The ideal candidate is an RTT who has completed an accredited program, holds ARRT certification, and possesses a valid state license.

Qualifications

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

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 the EMR system and participates in training of new therapists.
• Assists in maintaining patient appointment schedules and submitting correct billing information.
• Maintains clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Skills

0-3 years RTT experience

Education

Graduate of an accredited radiation therapy technology 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.

Career Opportunity

Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada has an exciting opportunity for a Radiation Therapist in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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.

Responsibilities

The essential functions for the Radiation Therapist include the following:

• 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.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the following minimum background and experience:

• 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.

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 fighting 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.