What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiation Therapist PRN/On Call position at The US Oncology Network?
Overview
Fighting cancer takes great strength and courage. It also takes an exceptional team of Radiation Therapists working alongside our physicians to provide support and be a part of our patients’ experience in our clinics.If you like using fun and innovative machines such as linear accelerators and delivering targeted radiation to help treat cancers and tumors, we want you to join our team.
About Us: Our mission is to increase access to and advance the delivery of high-quality cancer care in America. As part of US Oncology, one of the nation's largest healthcare services networks dedicated exclusively to cancer treatment and research, we can quickly bring the latest advances in cancer care to our patients. Most importantly, we understand the special needs of cancer patients, and are devoted to caring for the whole person, not just the disease.
Our physicians and staff treat patients in over 18 locations throughout the state including Flagstaff, Goodyear, Green Valley, Phoenix, Prescott Valley, Scottsdale, and Tucson.
Arizona Oncology has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Places to Work in Arizona!
Benefits: We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefit package that includes, 401K Profit Sharing Plan, Critical Care Insurance, Dental Insurance, Health Spending Account, Legal Insurance, Long-Term Care, Medical Insurance, Paid Time Off Plan, Short and Long-Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, and Vision Insurance.To make a difference in someone’s life, you don’t have to be brilliant, rich, beautiful or perfect. You just have to care.
Responsibilities
In your job, you will have the ability to make a difference in a patient’s journey by:
- Accurately deliver and record radiation therapy treatments under the direction of a radiation oncologist and chief radiation therapist.
- Accurately enter and maintain patient treatment parameters into electronic medical record; participate in clinical instruction of newly hired therapists and students.
- Assist in maintaining patient appointment schedule and submitting correct billing information.
- Accurately make custom molds and cut blocks.
- Complete simple mu calculations.
- Interpret a computerized treatment plan.
Qualifications
This position allows all levels of experience.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
- Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologies for Radiography and Radiation Therapy.
- Must hold valid state license for radiation therapy.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 3 months of hire.
What You Bring to the Team:
- Experience with VisionRT preferred.
- Experience with SRS and/or SBRT preferred.
- Experience with CT Sim preferred.
The safety of our patients and staff is our top priority. Masks may be requested in all Arizona Oncology facilities regardless of vaccination status. COVID vaccination is recommended.
