Therapeutic Radiation Technologist

Job Description:

The Therapeutic Radiation Technologist is essential in the precise administration of ionizing radiation for therapeutic purposes under the guidance of a Radiation Oncologist. This role involves patient simulation, basic patient care, and education to prepare individuals for their radiation therapy experience.

Shift Details: Full-time (40 hours)

Unit/Location: Lutheran Medical Center Radiation Oncology

Additional Details: Please ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed below before applying.

Are you eager to advance your career while making a positive impact on people's health? As a Therapeutic Radiation Technologist at Intermountain Health, you will be a crucial member of our clinical team, helping to ensure that our patients receive exemplary care. At Intermountain, you will join a supportive environment that emphasizes career growth, innovation, and teamwork, where your expertise is appreciated and your contributions have a lasting effect.

Essential Functions:
• Effectively interprets and executes the treatment plan as prescribed. Responsible for delivering and documenting all simulation and treatment summaries.
• Conducts simulation procedures and prepares immobilization devices, obtaining necessary measurements and contours for dosimetric analysis.
• Evaluates treatment equipment and conducts daily quality assurance and warm-up procedures.
• Participates in the training and assessment of student therapists as applicable.
• Demonstrates proficient communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Provides fundamental patient care during treatment, offers educational support, and monitors patients for adverse treatment reactions.
• Accurately documents and submits billing information related to treatment procedures.
• Ensures timely and professional scheduling and treatment of patients.

Skills:
• Clinical Processes
• Patient Care
• Communication
• Oncology
• Decision-Making
• Relationship Development
• Problem Solving
• Empathy
• Flexibility
• Collaboration

Minimum Qualifications:
• Radiology Tech License in the state of practice, if applicable.
• Certification in Radiation Therapy from the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Radiation Therapy from an accredited institution. Degree verification will be required.

Physical Requirements:
• Continuous need to see and read information, labels, and assess patient requirements, operate machines, and identify equipment and supplies.
• Frequent interaction with patients, caregivers, and visitors that necessitate verbal communication and the ability to hear and respond to spoken information, alarms, and urgent needs, particularly in emergency situations.
• Manual dexterity to manipulate intricate and delicate equipment accurately, including regular computer use for documentation and information access.
• Expected to lift and move patients, needing to bend and retrieve, lift, and transport supplies and equipment, which may include heavy items.
• Required to walk and assist in transporting patients while managing supplies and equipment, including pushing/pulling gurneys and portable gear in crowded surroundings.
• May need to maintain a stationary position for extended periods.
• For roles involving driving: expected to navigate while sitting, observing and reading traffic signs, signals, and surrounding vehicles.

Location: Lutheran Medical Center Radiation Oncology

Work City: Golden

Work State: Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

The hourly range for this position is between $47.38 and $73.11, with the actual rate depending on experience.

We prioritize your well-being—mind, body, and spirit—offering a generous benefits package designed to promote a culture of wellness encompassing healthy, happy, secure, and engaged living.

By applying for a position with Intermountain, you agree to comply with all relevant policies and expectations. If you are applying for a remote or hybrid position, this includes adherence to remote work policies regarding confidentiality, information security, work schedules, conflicts of interest, and use of company equipment. Furthermore, outside employment or activities that conflict with your responsibilities at Intermountain may disqualify you from consideration or necessitate corrective action up to and including termination.

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