Radiation Therapist - Healthcare Resources Group of GA, LLC : Job Details

Job-8789 Radiation Therapist Ottumwa, IA Seeking a Radiation Therapist to works under the supervision of the Chief Radiation Therapist/Manager and is responsible for assisting the Radiation Oncologist in simulation process, delivering prescribed course of radiation to the patients and monitoring patients for progress and side affects. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job. Other duties as assigned. DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: Operate the medical equipment used for radiation therapy including warm up procedures Ensure medical equipment is in excellent working condition through daily QA processes Deliver prescribed course of radiation to patients and maintain accurate records of patient's treatment. Monitor patients for progress and side affects during their course of treatment. Flexible to adjust to various duties, work load volumes, and shifts Demonstrate accountability by maintaining licensure, attending 100% of all mandatory in-services and 89% of staff meetings Demonstrate good organizational skills based on the needs of Radiation Oncology department as evidenced by following through on assigned tasks in a timely manner and determining priorities. Demonstrate knowledge and perform procedures regarding the CT simulation process. Other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Knowledgeable in the areas of anatomy, physiology, clinical oncology , radiobiology, radiation physics, and radiation safety. Demonstrate knowledge of radiotherapy treatment. implementation to include basic dosimetry and isodose plan knowledge. Demonstrate knowledge of CT simulation process. Ability to work independently and in a team environment. Knowledge of basic computer skills and radiation oncology software programs. Basic customer service skills. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Must-Haves Graduate of a Radiation Therapy Program AART registered required Maintain a current Iowa Permit to Practice Radiation Therapy, 24 hours continuing education in a 2-year period Current BCLS certification EDUCATION raduate of a Radiation Therapy Program EXPERIENCE Two years previous experience as a radiation therapist preferred CERTIFICATE/LICENSE • AART registered • Current BCLS certification For more than 125 years this Health Center has been serving the community of Ottumwa and the citizens of Southeast Iowa. They are a regional health center providing a wide range of health services, including emergency medicine, critical care services, medical/surgical, acute rehabilitation, obstetrics, and pediatrics, as well as specialty services such as cardiac catheterization, diagnostic and therapeutic radiological services, wound care, pain clinic, sleep lab, pathology, and so much more. Salary negotiable based on experience, full benefits package plus Signing Bonus.