Lifepoint Health·Hickory, North Carolina
The Radiation Therapist is responsible for providing radiation treatments to patients as prescribed by physicians according to established standards. They work independently and in collaboration with the Radiation Oncology team to ensure safe and effective care.
Under the direct supervision of the Radiation Therapy Manager and according to established policies and procedures, a Radiation Therapist is responsible for providing radiation treatments to patients as prescribed by the physician according to established standards and practices. Work is of a confidential nature. Performs other work of the department as required. Essential Functions:
Required technical experience includes proficiency with ARIA, TrueBeam, Surface Guided Radiation Therapy (SGRT), and Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS).
The candidate must also be flexible with scheduling and willing to work adjusted or extended hours as needed.
Knowledgeable in health care informatics-including the resources, devices and methods to acquire, store and retrieve data. Tools include computers as well as clinical guidelines, current medical terminology, information and communication systems.
Possess good communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate the exchange of information with patients, family members, and the radiation oncology treatment team as well as outside entities.
Has high level critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Works independently, but in collaboration with the Radiation Oncology team.
Has working knowledge of radiation safety principles and practices as well as current rules and regulations of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and other regulatory agencies Education/ Certification Associate’s Degree in Radiation Therapy or equivalent required Diploma/Certification in Radiation Radiation Therapy Certification required BLS Certification EEOC Statement Frye Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Frye Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier.
Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.
We believe that success is achieved through talented people.
We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.
We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.
Candidates must have an Associate's Degree in Radiation Therapy and hold both Radiation Therapy and BLS certifications. Proficiency with ARIA, TrueBeam, SGRT, and SRS technical systems is required.
Market context
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