Radiation Therapist

Overview:

CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U. S. & from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U. S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

Responsibilities

Job Summary:
Delivers accurate and therapeutic doses of external-beam radiation therapy to precisely-defined targets for curative and palliative treatment of cancer/benign neoplasms. Delivers accurate and safe treatment to the patient providing the highest quality care by adhering to radiation safety practices and operating all equipment in a safe and proper manner. Works is performed by following a prescribed planned course of radiation therapy as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist in accordance with standards of professional radiation therapy practice, department policies, procedures, guidelines and protocols. Performs needed assessment, care and treatment planning for patient population.
Incumbents are also accountable for maintaining knowledge of current trends and developments in the field by reading appropriate journals, books and other literature and attending related seminars and conferences.

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited program in Radiation Therapy Technology.
• One year of directly related work experience that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities preferred.

License/Certification:

• American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) (T) - required.
• Current licensure as a Certified Radiological Technologist/Therapeutic - (Required) in Washington State.
• Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification.
• Current membership in the American Society of Radiological Technologists (ASRT) is preferred.

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