Radiation Therapist - Radiation Oncology

Job description

The US Oncology Network believes local cancer care is better care and in 2017 Vantage Oncology joined The US Oncology Network. The US Oncology Network empowers the delivery of advanced integrated cancer care through our network of independent physicians who share expertise and resources to provide quality, value-based care close to home. Our clinical and business support capabilities expertise and industry-leading technologies keep local practices at the forefront of high-quality, efficient care delivery while enabling practice success, quality of life, and financial security for physicians.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiation therapy technology program

• Position is entry-level and requires 0-3 years of experience actively practicing as an RTT

• ARRT certification required

• Must hold a valid state license for radiation therapy

• Requires vision and hearing corrected to normal ranges

• Applicants will be hired into the title appropriate to their credentials and years of experience

Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision, administers radiation therapy treatments to patients

• Accuracy in positioning the beam of radiation to correspond with the designated tumor volume and accurately delivering the prescribed dose is paramount job functions

• Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards

• Accurately delivers and records radiation therapy treatments under the direction of a radiation oncologist and chief radiation therapist

• Accurately enters and maintains patient treatment parameters into the electronic medical record

• Participates in clinical instruction of newly hired therapists and students

• Assists in maintaining patient appointment schedules and submitting correct billing information

• Accurately cuts blocks, when applicable

• Accurately makes custom molds

• Accurately completes simple mu calculations

• Accurately interprets a computerized treatment plan

• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized work environment

• Work will require frequent travel by air or automobile, approximately 70% of the workweek, on average

Benefits

• Currently offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus

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