What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiation Therapist position at Major Health Partners?
JOB SUMMARY AND SPECIFICATIONS
JOB SUMMARY
The Radiation Therapist administers the radiation throughout the treatment process and is a vital member of the radiation oncology team. Radiation therapists are the primary liaisons between patients and other members of the radiation oncology team as well as other healthcare providers. The Therapist is involved in the initial treatment planning, simulation, setup and treatment of the patient. The therapist is also actively involved in other special programs such as brachytherapy, stereotactic, etc.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Professional & Technical Skills
The therapist will have at least two years experience as a radiation therapist.
Education
The radiation therapist will have graduated from an accredited school with a certificate, associate's or bachelor's degree in radiation therapy.
License(s) or Certification(s)
The radiation therapist will be certified by the ARRT or be eligible. The radiation therapist will comply with state licensure . The radiation therapist will be certified in CPR.
Other Skills or Requirements
Ability to perform all routine procedures with stationary equipment and portable equipment. Knowledge of sterile techniques used in invasive procedures.
Skilled to care for certain age-related patient groups (incumbents will be skilled in the care of the following patient groups) :
All age groups
MISSION STATEMENT
Major Health Partners ("MHP") exists to create and deliver superior health care solutions by providing our patients and other customers with optimal clinical and economic outcomes. We will attain these goals by combining the following attributes :
Attracting and retaining professional, adaptable, caring staff dedicated to life long learning using a continuous quality improvement process. Our staff will be measured and rewarded using these same principles.
- Combining innovation, existing clinical technologies, disease prevention, and management and information technologies to meet customer needs.
- As a public entity, we must make best use of our financial and human resources so we can care for patients without regard for their ability to pay. We must also function as the community’s leader in upgrading the level of health and wellness in the community.
VISION STATEMENT
We will be the best health care resource in central Indiana by recognizing all persons as individuals of value who deserve impeccable facilities and quality service beyond compare .
PILLARS OF EXCELLENCE
We are committed to :
Delivering Quality Clinical Outcomes
