What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiation Therapist position at CHI Health Saint Elizabeth?
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As our Radiation Therapist , you will utilize your expertise by administering radiation treatments under the direction of a radiation oncologist.
Every day you will maintain daily records on each patient. Performs simulations and makes custom blocks. Participates in Quality Assurance monitoring and quality control checks on the equipment. Cares for patients of all ages, with a variety of malignant and/or sometimes benign diseases.
To be successful in this role, you must perfectly balance advanced technical precision with deep emotional intelligence. You'll operate complex equipment like linear accelerators and CT scanners to administer life-saving cancer treatments while building long-term, empathetic relationships with patients who see you daily for weeks.
Open to PRN, Part time or Full time canidates
Licenses & Certifications
Where You'll Work
CHI Health St. Elizabeth, founded by the Sisters of St. Francis of Perpetual Adoration in 1889, is a full-service, 260-bed, nonprofit regional medical center in Lincoln, Neb. St. Elizabeth specializes in the treatment areas of newborn and pediatric care, women’s health, burn and wound, cardiology, oncology, emergency medicine, orthopedics and neuroscience.
Pay Range
$30.76 - $45.76 /hour
As our Radiation Therapist , you will utilize your expertise by administering radiation treatments under the direction of a radiation oncologist.
Every day you will maintain daily records on each patient. Performs simulations and makes custom blocks. Participates in Quality Assurance monitoring and quality control checks on the equipment. Cares for patients of all ages, with a variety of malignant and/or sometimes benign diseases.
To be successful in this role, you must perfectly balance advanced technical precision with deep emotional intelligence. You'll operate complex equipment like linear accelerators and CT scanners to administer life-saving cancer treatments while building long-term, empathetic relationships with patients who see you daily for weeks.
- Greets patient utilizing AIDET, verifies patient in identification, reviews chart for proper radiation treatment parameters and physician prescriptions
- Informs patients and families about the treatment process and answers questions
- Prepares patients for treatment. Positions equipment according to plan
- Takes portal films or IGRT scans to ensure treatment protocols are accurately set up and followed
- Verifies proper dosage of ionizing radiation for patient as prescribed by physician
- Monitors patient throughout treatment process by checking video monitors and intercom
Open to PRN, Part time or Full time canidates
Up to a $10,000 sign-on bonus plus $10,000 educational assistance available to external candidates!!
Job RequirementsEducation
- Satisfactory completion of a JRCERT accredited Radiation Therapy Program
Licenses & Certifications
- ARRT (T) boards completion within in 6 month of hire
- BLS from the American Heart Association required upon hire
Where You'll Work
CHI Health St. Elizabeth, founded by the Sisters of St. Francis of Perpetual Adoration in 1889, is a full-service, 260-bed, nonprofit regional medical center in Lincoln, Neb. St. Elizabeth specializes in the treatment areas of newborn and pediatric care, women’s health, burn and wound, cardiology, oncology, emergency medicine, orthopedics and neuroscience.
Pay Range
$30.76 - $45.76 /hour
Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time OffSalary : $31 - $46