Therapist-Radiation

Baptist Memorial Health Care; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care seeks a Radiation Therapist to perform procedures and treatments according to radiation oncology practice standards, aiding in diagnosis and treatment of disease. The role includes maintaining equipment, documenting procedures, and supporting department performance improvement.

Ideal candidates have ARRT Therapy certification and BLS, with eligibility to obtain registry within 60 days of graduation and state licensure as required. New graduates are welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• Basic computer literacy and proficiency with hospital information systems.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates thorough understanding of Radiation Oncology principles and applies appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures.
• Administers treatment plan according to protocol.
• Completes documentation to comply with hospital policies.
• Maintains equipment and treatment rooms in a safe condition.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities to ensure quality of patient care.
• Completes assigned goals and participates in departmental activities.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Education

ARRT Therapy

State license requirement

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.

Overview

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.

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