• Radiation Therapist - Abben Cancer Center

    Avera (Spencer, IA)


    Location:

    Spencer, IA

    Worker Type:

    Regular

    Work Shift:

    Day Shift (United States of America)

     

    Spencer Hospital is proud to employ highly skilled and caring staff members. We offer competitive salaries and benefits as well as a pleasant work environment.

    Position Highlights

    Spencer Hospital is a rural** **hospital located** **in northwest Iowa employing over 500+ employees. Positions at Spencer Hospital are not affiliated with Avera; however, we collaborate to provide services to the communities we serve. Employment offers, if accepted, are exclusively with Spencer Hospital.

    Summary:

    + Responsible for the daily delivery of radiation treatments to cancer patients, CT simulation and initial set-up of new treatment areas, and for providing emotional and educational support for radiation oncology patients and their families

    + Assists physics staff to ensure treatment records and dosimetric procedures are completed accurately. Works directly with physician at the machine and with simulation

    + Performs ionizing radiation treatments, schedules patients for treatment to ensure a smooth department flow and quality care to patients

    + Performs radiographic and CT procedures producing images for the interpretation by; or at least request of a licensed practitioner

    + Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complementary to medical ethics

    + Provides appropriate patient care and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure

    Requirements:

    + A certificate from an accredited education program in radiation therapy

    + RT(T) Registered Radiation Therapist or registry eligible

    + ARRT, American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, State License for Iowa

    + Must demonstrate/learn an understanding of cancer, radiation biology, radiation safety and protection

    + Be highly motivated & team orientated

    Schedule:

    + Full-time benefit eligible

    + 64 hours per pay period

    + 8a-4:30 M-F

    + Position is capable of adding an 8 hour Rad Technologist shift for a 72 hr position based on candidate's preference

    + The schedule may fluctuate based upon needs of the department

     

    Spencer Hospital offers competitive wages, affordable insurance, IPERS retirement, in-house education, paid time off, family gym membership and so much more!

     

    Please contact Spencer Hospital Human Resources for any questions at 712.264.6205 or email** **[email protected]** **.

     

    Learn more about Spencer Hospital:** **spencerhospital.org

     

    At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high-quality services. Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward.

     

    The policy of Avera to provide opportunities for all qualified employees or applicants without regard to disability and to provide reasonable accommodations for all employees or applicants who may be disabled. Avera is committed to ensuring compliance in accordance with the Americans with Disability Act. For assistance, please contact HR Now at 605-504-4444.

    Additional Notices:

    For TTY, dial 711

     

    Avera is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.