Radiation Therapist - Atrium Health Morehead Medical Plaza Levine Cancer FT
Company: Atrium Health
Location: Charlotte
Posted on: October 27, 2024
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Job Description:
Overview
This position is Sign-on Bonus eligible. Radiation Therapist are
eligible for a bonus of $10,000 for Full-Time positions, and a
relocation bonus of $5,000. In addition to the sign-on bonus, new
teammates at Atrium Health are eligible for robust benefits
packages, paid time off, and opportunities for career
advancement.
Job Summary
Responsible for the optimum planning and treatment of the radiation
therapy patient with ionizing radiation in accordance with the
written directive of the Radiation Oncologists, and under the
direct supervision of the Chief Therapist.
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Essential Functions
- - - - - - - - - Treats patients with ionizing radiation in
adherence to all regulatory guidelines.
- - - - - - - - - Monitors all equipment parameters, documents
equipment malfunctions and understands all emergency and safety
procedures of all equipment.
- - - - - - - - - Maintains accurate medical records and treatment
schedules.
- - - - - - - - - Inputs treatment and simulation charge
information into Aria.
- - - - - - - - - Documents patient treatment chart.
- - - - - - - - - Understands emergency and fault procedures for
linear accelerators and simulators.
- - - - - - - - - Recognizes and reports patient concern and
physical problems to appropriate personnel.
- - - - - - - - - Communicates instructions and procedures to
patients and their families.
- - - - - - - - - Maintains organization and cleanliness in the
clinic.
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Physical Requirements
This position requires walking, standing, sitting, lifting,
reaching, stooping, bending, pushing and pulling. - Must be able to
lift and support 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment
and supplies. - Must speak and understand English. - Intact sense
of sight, hearing, smell and touch. - Finger dexterity. - Critical
thinking and ability to concentrate. - Must be able to respond
quickly and make decisions to changes on the unit.
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Education, Experience and Certifications
Graduate of an AMA approved school of Therapeutic Radiology or
international equivalent. - ARRT registered or registry eligible,
must pass registry in the first 90 days of employment. -BLS
required per policy guidelines.
Keywords: Atrium Health, Rock Hill , Radiation Therapist - Atrium Health Morehead Medical Plaza Levine Cancer FT, Other , Charlotte, South Carolina
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