Radiation Therapist PRN

Shift: PRN

About the role

The Radiation Therapist performs direct patient care within the scope of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Utilizes therapeutic communication in daily practice. Maintains a safe therapeutic environment. Identifies nursing problems as they relate to the individual needs of the patient. Plans individualized patient care utilizing an interdisciplinary approach. Participates in performance improvement activities. Provides care and coordinates participation that fosters the goals of the hospital’s mission and vision statement.

Responsibilities

• Assess the patient status and their reaction to treatment on a daily basis and communicate concerns to appropriate person.
• Follow proper procedure for treatment field verification and approval.
• Practice proper procedure in fabricating custom treatment devices.
• Educate patients relative to radiation therapy treatment procedures.
• Set up and accurately deliver patient treatments according to the prescription and treatment plan.
• Operate linear accelerators, simulator, CT and other related equipment in a safe and effective manner.

Requirements

• Graduate from an Accredited School of Radiologic Technology required.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiation Therapy RT (T), ARRT required.
• 1 year of experience as Radiation Therapist preferred.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.

Benefits

Parkridge Medical Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include some or all of the following:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence.
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and position.

About the facility

Parkridge Medical Center is a 270+ bed hospital near downtown Chattanooga. We feature comprehensive diagnostic, medical, and surgical services, including:

• Cardiovascular surgery and cancer treatment.
• Intensive care, orthopedic and spine surgery, and rehabilitation.
• A state-of-the-art neurosurgery program.
• OB-GYN services.
• A level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).
• Behavioral health treatment centers for children and adults.