Itechpost
Radiation Therapist (Outpatient), Full time days
Itechpost, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Radiation Therapist (Outpatient), Full time daysThe salary range for this position is $42.27 - $63.35/hour.In a bustling cosmopolitan area surrounded by nature, Adventist Health Portland has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since the 1800s. In partnership with OHSU, we are comprised of a 302-bed hospital, 11 medical offices, home care services, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout East Portland and the surrounding areas. There are many outdoor adventures readily available, including carving the snow at North America's only year-round ski resort, hiking along the Columbia River Gorge or taking a day trip to the unmatched beauty of the Oregon coast.Job Summary:
Administers ionizing irradiation to patients in accordance with prescriptions and instructions from department physicians.Job Requirements:
Education and Work Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in radiological technology or equivalent (some certifications will require Bachelor’s): PreferredMaster's Degree: PreferredExperience in radiologic technology: PreferredLicenses/Certifications:
Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiation Therapy [R.T.(T)(ARRT)] and applicable State Certification of Therapeutic Radiologic Technology (RTT): RequiredBasic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: PreferredFluoroscopy Permit from the state of practice, Department of Health Services: PreferredARRT-Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T): RequiredState Radiologic Tech (RT): RequiredFacility Specific License/Certifications:
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Healthstream Basic Life Support (HS-BLS) or HeartCode BLS (HBLS): RequiredEssential Functions:
Delivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy by checking prescription, diagnosis chart, and patient identification. Explains procedures to patient, means of communication during treatment, and basic treatment procedure. Delivers prescribed daily dose to patient, observing radiation safety measures for patient and personnel.Prepares room and equipment for patient according to prescription or simulation regarding immobilization devices, etc., transfers patient to treatment couch, giving attention to the special needs of the patient.Observes patients for unusual reactions and for signs and symptoms of developing complications during treatment, reporting reactions and complications to supervisor and department physician.Maintains a variety of records, including, records of daily treatment; maintains and regularly reviews patient charts to eliminate errors and to ensure that blood counts and special reports are properly recorded.Provides clinical supervision and evaluates students' practical ability to perform procedures.Performs other job-related duties as assigned.Organizational Requirements:
Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.Job Type:
Full-timePay:
$42.27 - $63.35 per hourBenefits:
401(k) matchingDental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offVision insuranceSchedule:
8 hour shiftDay shiftWork Location:
In person
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Administers ionizing irradiation to patients in accordance with prescriptions and instructions from department physicians.Job Requirements:
Education and Work Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in radiological technology or equivalent (some certifications will require Bachelor’s): PreferredMaster's Degree: PreferredExperience in radiologic technology: PreferredLicenses/Certifications:
Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiation Therapy [R.T.(T)(ARRT)] and applicable State Certification of Therapeutic Radiologic Technology (RTT): RequiredBasic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: PreferredFluoroscopy Permit from the state of practice, Department of Health Services: PreferredARRT-Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T): RequiredState Radiologic Tech (RT): RequiredFacility Specific License/Certifications:
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Healthstream Basic Life Support (HS-BLS) or HeartCode BLS (HBLS): RequiredEssential Functions:
Delivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy by checking prescription, diagnosis chart, and patient identification. Explains procedures to patient, means of communication during treatment, and basic treatment procedure. Delivers prescribed daily dose to patient, observing radiation safety measures for patient and personnel.Prepares room and equipment for patient according to prescription or simulation regarding immobilization devices, etc., transfers patient to treatment couch, giving attention to the special needs of the patient.Observes patients for unusual reactions and for signs and symptoms of developing complications during treatment, reporting reactions and complications to supervisor and department physician.Maintains a variety of records, including, records of daily treatment; maintains and regularly reviews patient charts to eliminate errors and to ensure that blood counts and special reports are properly recorded.Provides clinical supervision and evaluates students' practical ability to perform procedures.Performs other job-related duties as assigned.Organizational Requirements:
Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.Job Type:
Full-timePay:
$42.27 - $63.35 per hourBenefits:
401(k) matchingDental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offVision insuranceSchedule:
8 hour shiftDay shiftWork Location:
In person
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