Radiation Therapist PRN

Corewell Health
United States, Michigan, St. Joseph
Dec 24, 2024
Job Summary Under the direction of a Radiation Oncologist and in collaboration with other members of the health care team, uses advanced clinical skills to accurately simulate on CT simulators, deliver, verify and record routine as well as advanced courses of treatment. Assumes shift accountability including machine warm-ups. Cleans, disinfects and maintains supplies and equipment in the treatment and simulation rooms as appropriate. Participates in annual educational seminars as well as departmental and organizational projects and committees. Utilizes independent judgment and problem solving skills in communicating with patients/family members and employees. Essential Functions Accurately performs advanced radiation treatments as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist. Accurately follows, maintains and completes the patient electronic treatment record on a daily basis. Responsible for general dose calculations. Accurately performs advanced radiation treatments and procedures (SRS, SRT, TBI, HT, HDR, and IGRT) independently as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist. Charges correctly at point of service on a daily basis. Able to troubleshoot equipment faults and notify appropriate employee(s) and/or vendor for repair. Responsible for being on call at least one weekend per calendar year, including holiday, if call at primary site. Assumes shift accountability for maintenance of quality services. Responsible for opening the department and proficient in machine warm- ups. Responsible for completing the crash cart checklist if called in on a day department is closed. Accurately simulates more complex set ups in a timely manner, actively participates in contrast simulations with contrast sign off, collects all pertinent simulation information and enters pertinent information in approved departmental/hospital based record and verification system. Accurately performs electron block and custom bolus fabrication. Respectfully identifies the needs of patients and family members/students/health care professionals and implements appropriate teaching strategies or makes appropriate referrals. Actively participates in the achievement and maintenance of patient satisfaction scores, by researching and resolving problems. Ensures that processes and services are continuously monitored for quality, cost effectiveness, and efficiency. Engages in process and quality improvement activities. Makes and implements recommendations to improve operational efficiency and to implement new services for areas of responsibility. Actively participates in departmental projects assigned. Qualifications Required Vocational/Technical Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy Program Required Bachelor's Degree or equivalent a related field 2 years of relevant experience approved Radiation Therapy setting Required CRT-Radiation Therapist - ARRT American Registry of Radiologic Technologist Upon Hire required CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days required Or CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross 90 Days required How Corewell Health cares for you Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here. On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more! Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status Primary Location SITE - Lakeland Hospital St Joseph - 1234 Napier Ave - St Joseph Department Name Radiation Oncology - St Joseph Employment Type Part time Shift Day (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 0.5 Hours of Work Variable. Days Worked Mondy through Friday Weekend Frequency N/A CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS - Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only. Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. 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