Therapist-Radiation

Baptist; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist is seeking a Radiation Therapist to perform procedures and treatments in the Radiation Oncology department, adhering to practice standards to aid in diagnosis and treatment. The role emphasizes accurate positioning, documentation, and collaboration with the care team.

Responsibilities include executing treatment plans, maintaining equipment and rooms, and participating in quality improvement activities to ensure safety and high-quality patient care in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• ARRT (T) certification or new graduate waiting for registry.
• State license if required by state.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Basic computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates understanding of Radiation Oncology principles and uses appropriate technique and positioning for procedures/treatments.
• Administers the approved procedure/treatment plan.
• Completes documentation to comply with hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintains equipment, treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition.
• Participates in hospital/department Performance Improvement activities to ensure patient care aligns with standards.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Education

ARRT Therapy (T)

State license

BLS certification

Job description

• Business Unit BMH Golden Triangle Hospital
• Department Radiation Oncology

Job Description

Job Summary

Performs procedures/treatments according to radiation oncology practice standards in order to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease. Performs other duties as assigned.

Performs procedures/treatments according to radiation oncology practice standards in order to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiation Oncology principals/theory and utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments, as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.
• Administers appropriate procedure/treatment plan.
• Completes documentation as required to comply with hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
• Participates in hospital and departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.
• Completes assigned goals.

Specifications

Experience

Minimum Required

Preferred/Desired

• Recent experience as a Radiation Therapist.

Education

Minimum Required

• Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT with current registry in Therapy (ARRT)(T) or new graduate who is waiting to take the registry. Proof of registry (by primary source) must be available within 60 calendar days of graduation. Must also possess State License if required by state. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire date.

Training

Minimum Required

Preferred/Desired

Special Skills

Minimum Required

• Basic computer literacy skills.

Preferred/Desired

Licensure

Minimum Required

• ARRT(R);BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE;NEW GRADUATE WHO WILL OBTAIN REQUIRED REGISTRY WITHIN 60 DAYS OF HIRE;STATE LICENSE AS REQUIRED

Preferred/Desired