RADIATION THERAPIST-REG - PER DIEM - Sparrow Health System : Job Details

Job OpportunityJob ID:49215 Positions Location: Lansing, MI Job Description General Purpose of Job: Provide Description:

Positions Location: Lansing, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

Provide radiation therapy services to cancer patients as directed by an authorized user (radiation oncology physician) in accordance with the established standards of the department.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Delivers accurately the prescribed planned course of radiation therapy in accordance with the radiation oncologist written directive and maintains legible and accurate records of daily treatment as required.
• Performs radiation simulations procedures and observes patients for unusual reactions and/or events.
• Performs procedures related to physics/dosimetry with and without supervision of the physicist and/or dosimetrist.
• Follows all mandated departmental radiation safety, emergency, and hazardous materials procedures.
• Reports and records equipment deficiencies to the Manager and/or Bio-Medical Engineering.
• Responsible for supervision, instruction and education of students.
• Attends departmental meetings and conferences.
• Assists in nursing related functions as necessary.
• Responsible for coordination of work flow to accommodate quality patient care and patient treatments.

Job RequirementsGeneral Requirements * Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within 60 days of hire. * Radiation Therapy American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registered.Work Experience * NoneEducation * JRCERT accredited radiation therapy program graduate.Specialized Knowledge and Skills * Demonstrates effective communication and interpersonal skills. * Demonstrates ability to work as a team member. * Demonstrates ability to work independently as needed.

University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. #LI-ML1

Job Family Clinical Professional/Technical/Allied Health Requirements:Shift DaysDegree Type / Education Level AssociateStatus Per DiemFacility Sparrow HospitalExperience Level Under 4 Years