Reg Radiation Therapist

St. Elizabeth Healthcare; Edgewood (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health coverage

Paid time off

Retirement match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Career advancement

Job summary

St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Kentucky seeks a Radiation Therapist to treat patients with radiation per the physician’s prescription. You will demonstrate respect, dignity and empathy in every encounter with patients, families and staff.

The role requires accurate setup and delivery of treatment, thorough documentation, and safety practices while collaborating with the Radiation Oncology team.

Qualifications

• Registered radiation therapist or registry eligible.
• Licensed to practice in the state where work is being performed.
• Proficient use of radiation equipment and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Accurate physical setup and delivery of radiation treatment according to the oncologist’s prescription.
• Accurate documentation of treatment records in the patient’s chart and proper charging.
• Perform CT/Sims and construct beam blocking and molds.

Education

Registered radiation therapist or registry eligible

Licensed to practice in the state where work is being performed

Tools

Linear Accelerator

Job description

Job Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

28

Why You’ll Love Working with St. Elizabeth Healthcare

At St. Elizabeth Healthcare, every role supports our mission to provide comprehensive and compassionate care to the communities we serve. For more than 160 years, St. Elizabeth Healthcare has been a trusted provider of quality care across Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio. We’re guided by our mission to improve the health of the communities we serve and by our values of excellence, integrity, compassion, and teamwork. Our associates are the heart of everything we do.

Benefits That Support You

We invest in you — personally and professionally.

Enjoy:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive health coverage within the first 30 days.


• Generous paid time off and flexible work schedules


• Retirement savings with employer match


• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities


• Wellness, mental health, and recognition programs


• Career advancement through mentorship and internal mobility

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Radiation Oncology Manager, treats patients with radiation in accordance with the physician’s prescription.

Demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with all patients, families, visitors and other employees regardless of cultural background.

Job Description:

• Accurate physical set-up and delivery of radiation treatment to patients according to the oncologist’s prescription in a safe and timely manner: properly identifying patient prior to treatment, observes patient during treatment, and notifies appropriate personnel of any changes in patient condition.


• Accurate documentation of treatment record in patient’s radiation chart and records appropriate charges.


• Images portals in accordance with policy on all patients; makes successful adjustments to patients’ ports as requested. Also transfers films, associate films and registers new patients in software system.


• Knowledgeable and proficient use of Linear Accelerator to ensure patient safety and machine quality. Reports any malfunctions promptly.


• Participates in weekly Technical/Chart rounds, carries out tasks timely and accurately and performs other tasks as required.


• Performs accurate CT/Sims, correctly formulates beam blocking and molds. Practices safety and cleanliness in the mold room.


• Open the department; warm up and perform quality checks on the linear accelerators. Rooms are orderly and linen stocked daily.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education, Credentials, Licenses:

• Registered radiation therapist or registry eligible.


• Licensed to practice in the state where work is being performed

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Right Career. Right Here. If you’re looking for the right careers in healthcare, the right place to be is at St. Elizabeth. Join us, and you’ll take pride in the level of care we offer our community.