Radiation Therapist
Catholic Health Initiatives
**Overview**
At CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center - Bergan Mercy our focus is patient-centered care. Our level I trauma center and academic medical center campus is designed to heal the body mind and spirit of every person in a more comfortable less stressful hospital environment. Our full range of medical services includes trauma services heart and vascular care emergency services surgery maternity cancer care and diagnostic imaging.
**Responsibilities**
What you will do:
+ Greets patient utilizing AIDET, verifies patient in identification, reviews chart for proper radiation treatment parameters and physician prescriptions
+ Informs patients and families about the treatment process and answers questions
+ Prepares patients for treatment. Positions equipment according to plan
+ Takes portal films or IGRT scans to ensure treatment protocols are accurately set up and followed
+ Verifies proper dosage of ionizing radiation for patient as prescribed by physician
+ Monitors patient throughout treatment process by checking video monitors and intercom
+ Informs physician anytime patient experiences distress or side effects related to treatment process
+ Records each patients’ treatment in EMR and proper notes for accurate treatment and set-up
+ Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the filed by reading appropriate journals, books, and other literature and attending related seminars, conferences and education opportunities
**Qualifications**
**Education**
+ Satisfactory completion of a JRCERT accredited Radiation Therapy Program
**Licenses & Certifications**
+ ARRT (T) boards completion within in 6 month of hire
+ BLS from the American Heart Association required upon hire
**Knowledge, Skills & Abilities**
+ Knowledge of linear accelerators and record and verify systems
+ Ability to operate radiation therapy equipment
+ Ability to manage patients
+ Ability to follow oral and written instructions
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**Pay Range**
$29.02 - $42.08 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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