Radiation Therapist

CHI Health St. Francis was established in Grand Island Neb. in 1887. Today our hospital is a regional referral center with more than 100 physicians and more than 1100 employees working together to build a healthier community. Our goal is to provide patients with high-quality medical care close to home where they can be supported by their family friends and community.

*Sign on Bonus for full time $5,000*

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.

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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