The Radiation Therapist accurately delivers prescribed radiation therapy and assists in maintaining optimal patient care. They also participate in treatment evaluations and ensure the safe operation of treatment equipment.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have completed a 24-month course in Radiologic Technology and be registered by the ARRT. Experience working with sick or terminally ill patients is required, with a preference for one year of prior experience.
$50.65 - $75.49 Radiation Oncology - Bend, Oregon This position is within the OFNHP bargaining unit. Step placement is determined by years of experience.
Shift differentials under the
OFNHP are currently as follows:
Evening: $2.50/hr.
Weekend
$4/hr.
Night
Starts at $10/hr.
Relocation
Assistance: This role offers in-state or out-of-state relocation assistance for candidates with one year of relevant experience who have not worked at St. Charles Health System in the last year. ST.
CHARLES
HEALTH
SYSTEM
JOB
Description
TITLE:
Radiation
Therapist
REPORTS
TO
Position:
Radiation
Therapy
Supervisor
Department:
Cancer
Services-Radiation
Therapy
DATE
LAST
Reviewed: 2/26/18
OUR
VISION:
Creating
America’s healthiest community, together
OUR
MISSION: In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value
OUR
VALUES:
Accountability,
Caring and
Teamwork
Departmental
SUMMARY: The cancer center at St. Charles Health System is a comprehensive cancer center that provides holistic care to our patients. The cancer center provides chemotherapy, medical oncology, infusion services, radiation therapy, integrative medicine, nutrition, social work, survivorship and other supportive care treatments. All of our staff support our patients in the various stages of their treatments.
Position
OVERVIEW: The Radiation Therapist accurately delivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy with minimal supervision. Assists the physician and fellow caregivers in maintaining optimum care and treatment of the radiation therapy patient. Works in conjunction with the staff to maintain efficient patient flow.
Benefits
Relocation Assistance
Essential
Functions
AND
DUTIES: Accurately delivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy with minimal supervision. Understands fully the function of the treatment machines/simulators and accessory equipment in order to utilize equipment to optimal capabilities. May occasionally perform routine tumor localizations, simulations, and treatment planning procedures. Prepares and maintains treatment record for an accurate record of patient’s daily treatments. Observes the clinical progress of the patient and any unusual reactions and recognizes symptoms of developing complications during treatment. Assures that safe and proper operation and maintenance of the treatment apparatus, techniques, and procedures are performed according to department policies. Actively participates in the treatment evaluation sessions. Responsible for submitting accurate therapy charges. Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects. Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP- Lean) principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change. Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests. Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organization’s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings. Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate. May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.
Education
Required: Must have completed a 24-month course in Radiologic Technology, be registered by the ARRT, and have completed a 12-month course in Radiation Therapy Technology, or be a high school graduate who has completed a 24-month course in an approved school of Radiation Therapy.
Preferred
N/A
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
Required: Must be registered in Radiation Therapy Technology by the ARRT or be qualified by such registry by reciprocity through registry membership with equivalent organization and be a holder of a current license by state or national authority. AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification.
Preferred
N/A
Experience:
Required: Ability to work well with sick and/or terminally ill patients and their families.
Preferred
One year prior experience.
Personal
Protective
EQUIPMENT: Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.
Physical
REQUIREMENTS: Continually (75% or more): Standing, walking, keyboard operation, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level. Frequently (50%): Sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling 1-25 pounds. Operation of motor vehicle for Home Health and Wound Caregivers Occasionally (25%): Bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, Climbing ladder/step-stool
(*varies by area), reaching overhead, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds, grasping/squeezing, whispered speech level Rarely (10%): Climbing stairs Never (0%): operation of motor vehicle Exposure to Elemental Factors Rarely (10%): Wet/Slippery Area, chemical solution Never (0%): Heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, uneven surface. Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category Risk for Exposure to BBP This position is within the OFNHP bargaining unit and subject to the union membership terms in the collective bargaining agreement.
Schedule
Weekly
Hours: 40
Caregiver
Type:
Regular
Shift: Variable (United States of America) Is Exempt Position?
No
Job
Family:
Therapist
Scheduled
Days of the
Week:
Monday-Friday
Shift
Start &
End
Time: Variable St. Charles Health System is a private, nonprofit organization, dedicated to providing high-quality care and the latest in health care technology to the communities it serves. Headquartered in Bend, Ore., St. Charles is an integrated delivery system, with a strong focus on population health, that provides a full range of evidence-based health care services within a 32,000-square-mile area in Central and Eastern Oregon. The health system owns and operates a trauma level II, tertiary referral center in Bend, a trauma level III, type B rural hospital in Redmond, and trauma level IV critical access hospitals in both Prineville and Madras. As the largest employer in Central Oregon, St. Charles Health System and St. Charles Medical Group care for our communities in more than two dozen outpatient clinics and in more than 20 specialty areas of medicine. For additional information, such as Career FAQ's, benefits, and why your dream job awaits, please visit our Careers site. With a variety of nursing positions available, you can choose a career path that fits both your interests AND your lifestyle. Please click on the link for additional help on navigating the candidate site and features of the candidate home page. Candidate Home User Guide
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