Radiation Therapist

JOB REQUIREMENTS: OVERVIEW The Radiation Therapist provides professional duties involved with a variety of technical procedures prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist for the safe delivery of radiation therapy treatments and care to patients. SCHEDULE: 32-hours per week SHIFT: Days ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Possesses core knowledge of required Radiation Therapist functions, including scheduling, simulation, patient set-up, and treatment. Demonstrates a functional knowledge of all major components of department equipment. Delivers external beam treatments in an accurate and timely fashion with a high degree of accuracy. Assesses and addresses patient's needs while under treatment. Practices appropriate Radiation Safety procedures. Accurate and timely completion of patient charts according to established standards and procedures. Demonstrates knowledge of standard and advanced treatment calculations and treatment plans. Designs and fabricates blocks accurately and efficiently. Performs Simulation with a high degree of accuracy in a timely fashion with little or no supervision. Utilizes appropriate scripting, barriers, and patient identifiers as required per position. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Graduate of an accredited radiation therapy program Experience as a radiation therapist preferred CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE ARRT registration in radiation therapy required (or eligible upon hire and attain within one year) Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Good interpretive/analytical skills Strong organizational skills Ability to perform multiple functions with minimal direction, independent of supervision Complex problem solving LEVEL OF SUPERVISION Performs routine duties independent of supervision, but consults with the Radiation Oncologist, Medical Physicist, Medical Dosimetrist and Radiation Oncology Supervisor/Manager/Director as required. SUPERVISES This job has no supervisory responsibilities. PAY RANGE: $38.80 - $60.14 Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision Life & Disability Insurance FSA/HSA Options Generous, accruing paid time off Paid Parental and caregiver leave Career advancement and educational opportunities Tuition and certification reimbursement Certification Reimbursement Well-being Programs Employee Discounts On-Demand Pay Financial Education Annual recognition/awards... For full info follow application link. EOE&AA/M/F/Vet/Disabled. Mercy is an equal employment opportunity employer functioning under Affirmative Action Plans. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/D01C217AD37F473D