Radiation Therapist - Radiation Oncology

Radiation Therapist - Radiation Oncology

Location:

US-IL-Urbana

:

Position Type:
As Needed (PRN)

Remote:
No

Shift: Day

Schedule:

variable days as needed, 8:00-5:00

Weekend Requirements: no

Holiday Requirements: no

On-Call Requirements: no

The Radiation Therapist applies ionizing radiation to the patient in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the Radiation Oncologist.

• Accurately delivers the planned course of radiation therapy with minimal supervision.
• Verifies patient information and prepares the treatment room and equipment.
• Monitors patient's condition while undergoing treatment, recognizing signs of treatment complications and alerting the physician or nurse if needed.
• Explains procedure to patient, means of communication during treatment, and procedure to follow if emergency arises during treatment.
• Reinforces Radiation Oncologist's advice to patient regarding reactions to treatment and their care.
• Performs quality assurance checks on all treatment plans prior to treatment.
• Performs image fusion daily on patients treatment (when applicable), verifying the planned treatment field matches the area of interest for treatment.
• Performs custom immobilization, through fabrication of patient specific immobilization devices, to accurately align patients for daily radiation therapy.
• Follows principles of radiation protection for patient, self, and others.
• Conducts daily QA checks on radiation delivery equipment.

• Certifications:
  
  Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA).
• Licensed Radiologic Technologist - Radiation Therapy - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA).
• Registered in Radiation Therapy (T) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Education:
  
  Associate's Degree in Radiation Therapy.
• Work Experience:
  
  [not specified].

Find it here.

Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance – and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health.

Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle Bro Menn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital,le Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care.

The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance™. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life‑long careers at Carle Health.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I‑9 to confirm work authorization.

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The compensation range for this position is $37.86 per hour - $65.12 per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model.

Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.