Position- Full-Time Radiation Therapist - Oncology
Location- Salina, KS
Pay- Hourly Range: $33.00 - $49.00 (based on education and experience)
Job Type: Full-Time

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Perm Radiation Therapist (Oncology) to join our multidisciplinary healthcare team. This vital role involves delivering precise radiation treatments to cancer patients, ensuring optimal therapeutic outcomes while maintaining the highest standards of safety and patient care. The ideal candidate will possess comprehensive knowledge of radiation oncology procedures, medical imaging, and anatomy, contributing to a compassionate and efficient treatment environment. This position offers an opportunity to work within a dynamic healthcare setting committed to advancing oncology care through innovative practices and patient-centered approaches.

Duties

• Administer radiation therapy treatments accurately according to prescribed protocols, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout the process.

• Operate advanced medical equipment such as linear accelerators, CT scanners, and mammography units with proficiency.

• Collaborate with oncologists, radiologists, and medical physicists to develop individualized treatment plans based on detailed imaging studies.

• Conduct imaging procedures including CT scans and mammography to assist in precise targeting of radiation therapy.

• Monitor patients' physiological responses during treatment sessions, providing immediate care or adjustments as necessary.

• Maintain comprehensive documentation of treatment details within electronic health records (EHR), ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.

• Implement radiation safety procedures rigorously to protect patients, staff, and oneself from unnecessary exposure.

Skills

• Proficiency in operating complex medical equipment used in radiation therapy, including linear accelerators and CT scanners.

• Strong understanding of radiation physics principles and their application in clinical settings.

• Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology relevant to oncology treatments.

• Experience with mammography techniques and interpretation enhances treatment precision.

• Familiarity with radiation safety procedures and implementing protocols to minimize exposure risks.

• Ability to interpret medical terminology accurately for effective communication within multidisciplinary teams.

Benefits Information:

Salina Regional Health Center offers a wide variety of benefits to their employees. They include vacation-ETO and sick time-EIB, Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, 401(k) and many more. Below is a more complete list of offered benefits.

• Earned Time Off

• Extended Illness Bank

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

• Group Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

• Retirement Plan 401(k)

• Tuition Assistance

• Student Lon Forgiveness Program

• Holiday Pay

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

• PACE Educational Funds

• On Site Fitness Center

• Employee Assistance Program

• ETO Donation Fund

• ETO Sell-Back

• Employee Pharmacy, Payroll Deduction, and Discount Services

• Wellness Program

• College Partnership Discounts

• Leadership Growth Opportunities

• Diversity Committee

• Free Sleeping Rooms

• Nurse Residency Program

• Gift Shop Discount

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Radiation Therapy Technology

• Registered or Registry-Eligible Radiation Therapist

• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience

• Kansas Radiology Technology License (Required)

• Registered or Registry-Eligible Radiologic Technologist RT(T) (Highly Preferred)

• BLS/CPR certification (AHA or American Red Cross) preferred, or must obtain within 90 days of hire

Requirements

• Active Kansas state license

• Strong communication and patient care skills

• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment

• Commitment to providing exceptional patient care

Certifications

• BLS

• CPR

This role is integral to delivering safe, effective cancer treatments while fostering a supportive environment for patients undergoing challenging therapies. We invite qualified candidates committed to excellence in oncology care to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

Pay: $33.00 - $49.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• 401(k) matching

• Dental insurance

• Employee assistance program

• Employee discount

• Flexible schedule

• Flexible spending account

• Health insurance

• Health savings account

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Parental leave

• Professional development assistance

• Referral program

• Relocation assistance

• Retirement plan

• Tuition reimbursement

• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• ARRT (T) Certification (Required)

Work Location: On the road