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Form of workJoin our team as a day shift, PRN, Radiation Therapist in Portneuf, ID.
Fulfilling your purpose begins here:
People First, Always. Here’s how we take care of our people:
- Medical, vision, dental health insurance, health savings account / flexible spending, competitive pay, paid time off, 401k retirement plan with company match, employee assistance program and more.
Your team is bigger than your department:
- Portneuf Medical Center is a nationally recognized healthcare leader with 205 beds, serving as the region’s Level II Trauma and tertiary care center and home to the Portneuf Heart and Vascular Institute, Portneuf Cancer Center, Portneuf Medical Group and Portneuf Air Rescue.
- We believe healthcare is a team sport and every player has something to contribute. We show compassion, celebrate differences and treat one another with respect.
Responsibilities
- Under the supervision of the Chief Radiation Therapist, the Radiation therapists plan and apply ionizing radiation to the patient in accordance with the prescription and instructions from the radiation oncologist or radiation physicist.
- They provide specific care to patients during treatment and educate patients regarding procedures as well as how to deal with radiation reactions.
- In accordance with the prescription and instructions of a radiation oncologist, they produce an external beam treatment plan for each patient, with alternatives if necessary, either by the use of a treatment planning computer.
- Radiation therapists must observe radiation safety measures for patients, personnel and visitors.
- The Therapist delivers the treatment and promptly and accurately documenting the treatment and any notes into the electronic medical record.
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
- Must hold or obtain current licensure with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or equivalent as a Radiation Therapist ARRT (T).
- Must have current BLS certification.
