Radiation Therapist - PRN (Radiation Therapy Tech)
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Redeemer Health
PA
Summary
The radiation therapist provides safe and quality care by performing technical procedures to deliver accurate radiation doses to patients. Responsibilities include operating treatment machines, fabricating immobilization devices, and maintaining accurate medical records.
Job Description
OVERVIEW
Joining Redeemer Health means becoming part of an inclusive, supportive team where your professional growth is valued. Our strength comes from bringing different perspectives and talent to our workforce, spanning PA & NJ. We offer programs that set up new team members for long-term success. With access to childcare & fitness facilities on campus and community events, your career at Redeemer is more than a job. You’ll discover a commitment to quality care in a safe environment and a foundation from which you can provide and receive personalized attention. We look forward to being a part of your professional journey. We invite you to apply today.
SUMMARY OF JOB
Under the direction and supervision of the Medical Physicist, Radiation Oncologist and Cancer Center Director, provides radiation therapy care to patients performing all technical procedures required to deliver accurate dose of radiation therapy treatment: operation of CT Sim and linear accelerator; portal imaging and film processing; mold and immobilization device fabrication; computer technology and software requirements for treatment planning, dose verification and recording; documentation in medical record; patient scheduling and billing. The radiation therapists provide safe and quality care to patients with appropriate positioning, preparation, instruction and assessment of patient needs.
CONNECTING TO MISSION:
All individuals, within the scope of their position are responsible to perform their job in light of the Mission & Values of the Health System. Regardless of position, every job contributes to the challenge of providing health care. There is an ongoing responsibility for ensuing that the values of Respect, Compassion, Justice, Hospitality, Holistic Approach, Stewardship and Collaboration are present in our interactions with one another in the service we provide.
RECRUITMENT REQUIREMENTS
Graduate of a two year A.M.A. approved School of Radiologic Technology - successful completion of an accredited Radiation Therapy Technology program, holding certificate or degree
A.R.R.T. (American Registry Radiologic Technology) Certification - ARRT registered in Radiation Therapy in the state of Pennsylvania
Proficient in Radiation Oncology technical procedures including operation of treatment machines, simulator, film processor, mold and immobilization equipment, computer software.
Minimum of 6 months experience in a clinical environment
CPR certified
Basic knowledge of computers required
Must be reliable, motivated and have good communication skills
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Redeemer Health is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination in employment due to race, color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability veteran status or any other protected classification required by law.
With an emphasis on providing a continuum of care,
Redeemer Health remains true to the mission to care, comfort
and heal that its Founders, the Sisters of the Redeemer, began
in our region in 1924 – to provide high quality, compassionate
care. Today, Redeemer Health offers a wide range of healthcare
and health-related services, including an acute care hospital,
home health and hospice services, three skilled nursing facilities,
personal care, a retirement community, low-income housing,
an independent living community, and a transitional housing
program for homeless women and children. With corporate
offices in Huntingdon Valley, PA, Redeemer Health is a Catholic
healthcare provider, serving southeastern Pennsylvania and 12
counties in New Jersey, from Union County south to
Cape May County.
Founded
1924
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Meadowbrook, Pennsylvania
With an emphasis on providing a continuum of care,
Redeemer Health remains true to the mission to care, comfort
and heal that its Founders, the Sisters of the Redeemer, began
in our region in 1924 – to provide high quality, compassionate
care. Today, Redeemer Health offers a wide range of healthcare
and health-related services, including an acute care hospital,
home health and hospice services, three skilled nursing facilities,
personal care, a retirement community, low-income housing,
an independent living community, and a transitional housing
program for homeless women and children. With corporate
offices in Huntingdon Valley, PA, Redeemer Health is a Catholic
healthcare provider, serving southeastern Pennsylvania and 12
counties in New Jersey, from Union County south to
Cape May County.
Founded
1924
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Meadowbrook, Pennsylvania