Radiation Therapist

Job Summary

The Radiation Therapist is responsible for providing safe, accurate and timely radiation and simulation services to neonates, infants, children, adolescents, adults and geriatric patients in compliance with the standards set forth by JCAHO, The American Registry of Radiological Technologists and The State of Texas Department of Health. A thorough understanding of radiation and radiation safety is essential to provide optimal services. The Radiation Therapist will work closely with other Radiation Therapists, Dosimetrist, Medical Physicist and Radiation Oncologist.

Qualifications

• Registered Radiographer (ARRT) must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• Radiation Therapy License required
• Bachelor's Degree
• Basic Cardiac Life Support

What You Will Do in This Role

Administers radiation treatments in a safe and timely manner; provides accurate patient treatment using following established guidelines. Performs patient set ups; completes documentation on all patients according to department policy and procedure. Consistently utilizes equipment safely and effectively in providing patient care. Assists physician with treatments, simulations and follow up procedures

Performs simulations and brachytherpay procedures as directed by physician; is knowledgeable regarding procedures used for simulation of patients. Records all simulation data as required to provide for necessary calculations; demonstrates the ability to perform simulator quality assurance (QA) procedures. Constructs treatment and immobilization devices when appropriate. Demonstrates the ability to perform simulations on Philips CT Big Bore Scanner and document all data as required. Demonstrates basic dose calculation knowledge. Demonstrates willingness and ability to perform other duties as designated by Director

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay
• Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income