What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiation Therapist position at Salem Health?
Location Site: Salem Health, 875 Oak Street SE, Salem, Oregon 97301
Department: Radiation Oncology
Position Type: Full Time, 40 hours/week, Non-Exempt
Schedule: 7:00am – 4:00pm, Monday – Friday
Your role with us
As a radiation therapist, you will play a critical role in delivering radiation treatments to patients with precision and care. You will work closely with radiation oncologists, physicists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure that patients receive high-quality treatment, while also prioritizing patient safety and comfort. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities, as well as a deep commitment to delivering compassionate and personalized care to each patient.
What you'll do
- Simulates and administers radiation treatments to patients as prescribed, carefully positioning patients and operating treatment equipment with precision to ensure accurate delivery of radiation therapy.
- Interprets complex treatment plans and verifies patient identification to ensure accurate delivery of radiation therapy and minimize risk of error.
- Images patients using various modalities and annotates portal images to verify treatment accuracy and make adjustments as needed.
- Observes patients for signs of side effects, reactions, or changes in condition and reports concerns to the radiation oncologist or supervisor for prompt evaluation and intervention.
- Provides emotional support and compassion to patients and their families, addressing concerns and questions in a clear and empathetic manner to alleviate anxiety and uncertainty.
- Maintains accurate and detailed records of patient treatment, including documentation of treatment delivery, patient response, and any deviations from the treatment plan.
- Participates in team meetings and huddles, communicating effectively with radiation oncologists, physicists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless patient care and optimal treatment outcomes.
- Supports quality assurance and quality control processes, contributing to ongoing improvement of patient care and treatment delivery through active participation and feedback.
- Develops and maintains a patient-centered approach, prioritizing individualized care and compassion in all interactions with patients and their families to promote a positive treatment experience.
Required qualifications
- Associate or a Bachelor's degree in radiation therapy.
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification in radiation therapy, or eligible to obtain within six months of hire for new graduates.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Additional information
- Ideal candidates will have experience with Linear Accelerators, particularly Varian Truebeam, Varian Edge, and GE Lightspeed CT, as well as expertise in SBRT, SRS, HyperArc, and respiratory management techniques.
- Top candidates will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to empathize with patients and families navigating challenging situations.
- The ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of the organization, from leadership to front-line staff, is crucial in this fast-paced environment, where 70-95 patients are treated daily on three treatment machines.
Total rewards package
Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations and professional growth. Click here for details.
Why Salem Health?
Salem Health is a Top Workplace in Oregon, known for fostering a supportive culture where your contributions truly matter. As an award-winning, independent health care system, we serve our region through Salem Hospital, multiple communityclinicsand West Valley Hospital, ensuring broad access to high-quality care.
We believe in empowering our teams. Through Lean principles, staff help drive innovation and solve real problems. We also invest in your growth with professional development, tuition assistance, and clear career pathways. At Salem Health, you’ll find more than a job, you’ll find purpose, connection and room to thrive.
Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.
Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact my.recruiter@salemhealth.org