Radiation Therapist

Job TitleRadiation Therapist - Radiation Oncology - Per Diem - DaysCategoryRadiologyOrganizational UnitProMedica -> ProMedica Charles and Virginia Hickman Hospital -> Charles & Virginia Hickman Hos -> Radiation Oncology (7353)LocationAdrian, MI 49221 US (Primary)Job DescriptionProvides radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist and in accordance with established standards and practices.ACCOUNTABILITIES1. Applies knowledge and skill necessary to provide care to the appropriate age of patients, i.e. infant, pediatric, adult and geriatric.2. Demonstrates competence, awareness of and sensitivity to the physical, emotional and socio-psychological needs of all patients.3. Delivers prescribed dose and planned course of radiation therapy to patients, positions patients, answers questions and explains procedures.4. Performs daily "time out" procedures.5. Maintains established department policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance programs and safety standards.6. Collaborates with physicists, dosimetrists, nursing staff and physicians during treatment as well as coordinates support care services (social work, dietary, etc.).7. Actively supports and participates in process improvement efforts and in team function/decisions.8. Prepares treatment room and equipment for patients.9. Other assigned duties.Job RequirementsREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSEducation: Associate's Degree in Radiation TherapySkills: Proficient in core job functionsYears of Experience: Internship completed, minimum 1 year as a working RTLicense: Ohio Radiologic License required to work in OhioCertification: ARRT, CPRPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSEducation: Bachelor's of Radiation TherapySkills: Knowledge of Varian equipment/software, EPICYears of Experience: 1+ year as a working RTADDITIONAL EXPERIENCESimulation experience would be desirableWORKING CONDITIONSPersonal Protective Equipment: Mask, non-sterile gloves, eye protection and lab coat.Physical Demands: Must be able to lift 50 pounds, frequently lift/push/pull patients into position, prolonged standing/walking, must be able to see, hear, and move intermittently or use prosthetics that will enable you to function adequately to assure the requirements of this position can be fully met.ProMedica is a mission-based, not-for-profit integrated healthcare organization headquartered in Toledo, Ohio. For more information, please visit www.promedica.org/about-promedicaQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a job with ProMedica, please contact employment@promedica.orgEqual Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free WorkplaceEmployee Exemption TypeNon-ExemptJob TypeCONTINGENTBudgeted Hours / Pay Period0Shift TypeDaysShift Hours8 hoursWeekendsOn-call RequirementsAdditional Schedule Details