Radiation Therapist
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Radiation Therapist
unitypoint· Radiation Oncology- JENCC
About this role
Overview
UnityPoint Health-St. Luke's
Location: June E. Nylen Cancer Center
Hours: PRN (As needed)
Administers radiation therapy by exposing specific areas of the patient's body to prescribed doses of radiation. Maintain detailed records of all therapy sessions, noting on the patient's chart such information as the area treated, the radiation dosage, equipment control settings, the patient's reactions, and the total amount of radiation received to date while delivering excellence patient care.
Why UnityPoint Health?
At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.
Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options focused on your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:
• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. • Dental, health and vision insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. • Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.
With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.
And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.
Join our team of experts and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for working knowledge of the operational methods and safety standards of all equipment producing ionizing radiation within the department (ie: linear accelerator and simulator). Therapists will be responsible for delivering therapeutic doses to patients.
- Participates in the construction/preparation of immobilization, beam directional and beam modification devices.
- Performs tumor localization; makes changes/adjustments to ports as required by physicians via manual or electronic methods.
- Reports patient progress and observes patients for side effects or complications and reports appropriately to nurse/and or physician.
- Schedules patients to assure maximum efficiency and productivity relative to personnel and machine resources.
- Administers contract agents according to procedure guidelines and states correct flow rates utilizing power injector.
Qualifications
Education:
Graduate of an accredited school of Radiation Therapy
Experience:
Must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience as a staff therapist and current knowledge of appropriate clinical practice, radiation protection and quality assurance, patient management and care, charges, basic dosimetry and equipment.
License(s)/Certification(s):
ARRT registration in Radiation Therapy required
Iowa Permit to Practice as a Radiation Therapist required
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the salary disclosed for the Radiation Therapist position at unitypoint?
The salary for this Radiation Therapist role at unitypoint is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Radiation Therapist position at unitypoint located?
This Radiation Therapist role at unitypoint is based in Sioux City, IA, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Radiation Therapist role at unitypoint full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Radiation Therapist role in the Radiation Oncology- JENCC department at unitypoint.
Which team or department does the Radiation Therapist at unitypoint belong to?
This Radiation Therapist position is part of the Radiation Oncology- JENCC department at unitypoint. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Radiation Therapist position at unitypoint?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to unitypoint's official application portal hosted on icims where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Radiation Therapist job at unitypoint posted?
This Radiation Therapist position at unitypoint was posted on Jun 12, 2024. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Radiation Therapist
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