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At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

PRN Radiation Therapist Southside Cancer Treatment Center

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

This role directs the daily operations of the treatment area to ensure quality patient care and promotes radiation therapy standards and safety standards. This role is actively involved in patient care and assists in planning services to achieve hospital objectives. The Radiation Therapist works under the guidance of the Radiation Oncologist, Physicist, and Manager to deliver high-quality care and services.

Essential Job Functions

+ _​_ Sets up treatment rooms, devices, and parameters as ordered by the Radiation Oncologist.

+ Identifies patients and monitors them during treatment.

+ Reinforces instructions and maintains patient markings.

+ Positions patients according to prescriptions, requiring physical effort and mental application.

+ Coordinates treatment area activities and scheduling.

+ Documents thoroughly in treatment records.

+ Performs simulations, brachytherapy procedures, and daily quality checks on equipment.

+ Maintains equipment, reports problems, and observes radiation safety practices.

+ Assists in treatment device changes and follows instructions from Radiation Oncologists.

+ Performs ancillary duties, such as filing, answering phones, and monitoring supplies.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

+ License in State of practice in Radiation Oncology (required)

+ Radiation Oncology Certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (required)

+ CPR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (required)

Work Experience

+ 1 year Experience in Radiation Therapy and CT Simulation (preferred)

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected] . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]