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.
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:
40Caregiver Type:
RegularShift:
Variable (United States of America)Is Exempt Position?
NoJob Family:
THERAPISTScheduled Days of the Week:
Monday-FridayShift Start & End Time:
VariableJob details are sourced from the employer's original posting.
Open job postingAbout the company
St. Charles Health System is a non-profit healthcare organization serving Central Oregon.