Radiation Therapist - Odell Medical Search

Large, not-for-profit, Health System is seeking an experienced Radiation Therapist to join their team at their Cancer Center in the Duncanville, TX area. Must be able to work at both locations, based on the greatest need.

Cancer Centers: Waxahachie and/or Duncanville

The Company:

• Sign-On Bonus
• Part of the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas
• Over 49,000 employees
• 2020-21 Best Hospitals list by US New & World Report
• Magnet Designation
• Honored by Leapfrog for Patient Centered Care Award
• And many more…

This company appreciates its employees:

• Competitive benefits package includes the following
• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1
• And much more…

The Role you will play:

The Radiation Therapist, under the general supervision of a Radiation Oncologist, performs radiation therapy procedures on ambulatory and hospital patients as requested by a physician or other licensed provider for the diagnosis of disease and injury in accordance with established protocols.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

• Performs high-quality radiation therapy procedures, according to exam protocol, in a timely manner.
• Maintains production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards and procedures.
• Utilizes AIDET when communicating with patients to identify patient service requirements, ensure the correct exam is performed on the correct patient, and establish rapport with patients and others.
• Instructs and communicates with patients and their families regarding the test to be performed and assesses patient's ability to tolerate the exam.
• Prepares patient and area for the procedure by positioning patient, adjusting immobilization devices, moving equipment into specified position, and adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors.
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to safety requirements, infection control, drug and radiation policies, protocols, and techniques.
• Uses proper sterile techniques when setting up and performing invasive multimodality procedures and maintains hand hygiene requirements.
• Maintains equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards.
• Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal operational capabilities of the equipment. Reports issues to management or the appropriate department.
• Assists in maintaining supplies inventory.
• Ensures people are safe to enter the department by screening them according to approved policies and procedures.
• Obtains, verifies, and maintains all relevant documentation such as requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy status, and shielding precautions taken, consent forms, policies, procedures, etc.
• Maintains medical imaging records in the appropriate system and according to department policies and standards for interpretation in a timely manner.

Community:

• No state income tax!
• Just minutes to ultra-hip Austin and a short drive to other major metros, Temple, is one of the best places to live in Texas.
• Temple, Texas exudes the perks of a family-friendly town and big city convenience – all without the big-time price tag, making it one of the most affordable cities in the Lone Star State.
• From young professionals looking to kick start their careers at Fortune 500 companies to retirees and any Texans in between, Temple has something for everyone.
• Named one of the fastest growing cities, the Killeen –Temple metropolitan area, it is the perfect hub for those in search for a small town feel, but with a booming job market, affordable real estate, and countless other perks.

Background Profile:

• Must Have: 1-2 years of radiation therapist experience

QUALIFICATIONS

• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
  ARRT-T Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T): Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T).