Therapist-Radiation

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

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health is seeking a Radiation Therapist to perform procedures in accordance with radiation oncology standards. You will apply the chosen treatment plan, document compliance and maintain equipment and facilities for patient safety.

Ideal candidates have ARRT Therapy certification and active licensure as required by the state, with BLS ready within 30 days of hire. Recent grads awaiting registry are welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• ARRT Therapy (T) certification with registry in therapy, or a new graduate awaiting registry, with primary-source proof within 60 days of graduation.
• BLS certification required within 14 days of hire; state licensing as required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Education

ARRT Therapy (T) certification

BLS certification

State license as required

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.

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

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.

Special Skills

Minimum Required

• Basic computer literacy skills.

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