Job Information
Avera Radiation Therapist | Radiation Oncology | PRN in Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Location:
Avera Medical Group Radiation Oncology-Sioux Falls
Worker Type:
PRN
Work Shift:
Rotating days/evenings/nights/weekends (United States of America)
Pay Range:
The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.
$31.75 - $48.00
Position Highlights
Hours: Monday-Friday; Varied Shifts; PRN, as needed
You Belong at Avera
Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.
A Brief Overview
Delivers daily prescribed therapeutic radiation doses to radiation therapy patients under the guidance of the Radiation Oncologists and Physicist and collaborates with other staff. This position is responsible for the daily technical and scheduling process. Assists the Radiation Oncologist in the initial set-up of a patient's radiation therapy treatment.
What you will do
Delivers prescribed therapeutic radiation doses to patients and accurately monitors and documents each treatment. Responsible for patient assessment, direction, and education.
Incorporates technical knowledge of the equipment and expertise of clinical treatment set-up, anatomical landmarks, treatment recording, and management during patient care. Develops an understanding of the patient’s physical and emotional status and reports to appropriate staff. Documents patient care and treatment.
Makes decisions related to patient care and treatment that is necessary beyond normal routine of clinical care. This could include nutritional and skin care guidance, suggestions on treatment visit by the physician and/or nurse practitioner, if the patient is having problems.
Conveys set-up instructions to co-workers and communicates effectively with physicians on treatment concerns.
Makes decisions regarding patient scheduling and times. Communicates with patient and families regarding treatment.
Provides patient care and initiates life support measures as necessary.
Interacts effectively with patients, physicians, family members, department staff, and health care workers.
Performs computed tomography scans simulations (CT Sims) at a level not requiring constant supervision.
Understands simulation exam protocols. Performs simulation of treatment area under the supervision of the Radiation Oncologist.
Essential Qualifications
The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.
Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:
Associate's Graduated from an Accredited School of Radiation Therapy Technology
Radiation Therapy (T) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Upon Hire
Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:
Associate's Graduated from an Accredited School of Radiologic Technology
1-3 years of experience as Radiation Therapist
Expectations and Standards
Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
Maintain confidentiality.
Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.
Avera is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to talent@avera.org .
At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high-quality services. Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward.
The policy of Avera to provide opportunities for all qualified employees or applicants without regard to disability and to provide reasonable accommodations for all employees or applicants who may be disabled. Avera is committed to ensuring compliance in accordance with the Americans with Disability Act. For assistance, please contact HR Now at 605-504-4444.
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Avera is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.