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Radiation Therapist - Radiation Oncology - Part Time - Days
- MercyOne
1 Positions
ID : TRHEUS00529567MERCYO
Posted On 10 / 08 / 2024
Full time
Day Shift
Delivers radiation therapy treatment in accordance with physicians prescription. Coordinates care of patient receiving radiation therapy. Adheres to MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center's performance expectations and performs all defined services and other related duties in accordance with the mission, vision and values of MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center.
Adheres to the principles of care and expected behaviors outlined in MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center's Model of Caring and Trinity Health's code of conduct, fostering a climate where all customers are treated in a manner consistent with Mercy One Dubuque Medical Center's Mission and Values. Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations. Trinity Health's Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of conduct as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical and professional behavior. Delivers radiation therapy treatment to patients in accordance with physician's prescription. Reviews treatment parameters and patient treatment chart. Delivers prescribed daily treatment Documents daily treatment data in treatment chart. Verifies accuracy of treatment fields using portal imaging. Completes treatment preparation including simulation, immobilization, and block fabrication. Positions patient and equipment for treatment simulation. Assists physician with localization of individual fields. Records field parameters in treatment chart. Marks appropriate treatment fields on patient Inputs patient and field data into radiation therapy management system. Manufactures blocks in accordance with physician specification. Coordinates care of patients receiving radiation therapy treatments. Assures proper function of treatment equipment. Based on principles of growth and development, provides care appropriate to the age related needs of the patients served on his / her assigned area. Serves as the patient advocate ensuring optimal patient care and patient satisfaction. Performs other duties consistent with purpose of job as directed.
Maintains a professional, collaborative work environment so as to foster a positive public image for MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center. Knows and adheres to all laws and regulations pertaining to patient health, safety and medical information (i.e. HIPAA, Stark, etc.) Provides a high level of customer responsiveness and serves as a role model to encourage a commitment to customer service. A strong service orientation is required. Maintains an excellent working relationship within the department and with all of our internal and external customers. Ability to handle interactions with discretion, tact and courtesy when dealing with sensitive issues and confidential information. Must have well developed communication skills; strong interpersonal and collaborative skills with physicians and other healthcare professionals; strong decision making skills that support patient care needs and ethical standards; and the ability to organize work and set appropriate priorities. Ensures that services are provided in a manner that supports continuous quality improvement and customer-oriented focus. Keeps supervisor informed about important issues. Requires professionalism in both dress and conduct on the job. Demonstrates time management, prioritization and organizational skills including an ability and willingness to plan, organize and accomplish tasks accurately and in a timely manner to exercise sound judgment under pressure and to manage multiple and competing activities simultaneously. Must be able to work independently and productively in a fast paced setting involving multi-task functions and projects. Ability to plan, organize and perform duties with minimal supervision and with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Assigned hours within your shift, starting time, or days of work are subject to change based on the changing needs of the department and / or the organization.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS :
During an 8-hour day, an associate must be able to stand / walk for 3 hours and sit 5 hours. Job requires occasional (
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIES
EDUCATION, LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED) :
Graduate of CAHEA approved Radiation Training Program.
Iowa Permit to practice as a Radiation Therapist
Child and Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training is required within 6 months of hire and every 3 years thereafter.
0-2 Years prior experience required.
Computer Proficiency : Demonstrated experience and competency with Microsoft Office Suite, e-mail and a variety of web-based programs and browsers, with the willingness and ability to update and increase skills as needed to meet the goals of the departments. Ability to use other software as required to perform the essential functions of the job.
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
Primary Contact
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Jessica Schleuning
Talent Acquisition Partners, Human Resources
563-589-9671
Phone
Phone
Phone
563-589-9673
jessica.schleuning@mercyhealth.com
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Categories
Health Care
Sciences
Location
Dubuque, IA
Job Type
Employee
Full / Part
Full Time
Company ID
1154
Job REQ #
TRHEUS00529567MERCYONEENUS
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Start Date
20241008
End Date
20241129
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MercyOne
MercyOne Dubuque / Dyersville Medical Center is a not-for-profit Catholic hospital serving the tri-state area of Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin since 1879. MercyOne Dubuque has 263 beds while MercyOne Dyersville is a critical access hospital with 25 beds and a 40-bed nursing home.
MercyOne offers a full range of acute care services, including invasive cardiology and open-heart surgery, Level II trauma center, Level II regional neonatal intensive care unit, general and orthopedic surgery, psychiatric services and inpatient physical rehabilitation. MercyOne also operates two hospital-based skilled nursing units, extensive outpatient rehabilitation services, home health care, retail pharmacy and a wide range of outpatient, community and business services. MercyOnes 1,500 full- and part-time employees and medical staff of 230 care for more than 56,000 inpatients and outpatients each year.
The hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission and achieved Magnet designation, the gold standard of patient care, in 2004 and was redesignated a Magnet hospital for the fourth time in 2019.
MercyOne Dubuque / Dyersville Medical Center is a ministry organization of Trinity Health based in Novi, Michigan. MercyOne is an organization that values and encourages diversity. To learn more about MercyOne and opportunities for employment, please see the postings listed on this site or visit our website mercyone.org.
