Radiation Therapist
- Employer
- Altru Health System
- Location
- Grand Forks, ND
- Salary
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- Industry
- Healthcare
- Role
- Counselor / Therapist
- Job Type
- Long-Term
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Job Details
The Radiation Therapist treats cancer patients using x-rays. They are responsible for setting up the patients in the correct treatment position to deliver radiation precisely to the targeted area.
Essential Job Functions
Title and Description
RT - Treatments
Delivers radiation therapy treatments according to physician prescription and standard operating procedures and completes all required documentation.
RT - Positioning
Executes the precise positioning of the patient with respect to radiation beam and treatment area.
RT - Complications
Observes and assesses patient for clinical changes and reports signs of complications.
RT - Principles
Applies principles of basic radiation physics, radiation interactions and radiation protection, i.e., wears radiation film badge.
RT - Quality
Completes Quality Assurance tracking, records results and assists in maintaining records.
Pain Assessment
Performs pain assessment and takes appropriate action according to standard operating procedure.
Other Duties
Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.
Safety & Compliance
Behavior Standards
License, Certification & Registration
Title
Credentialing Body
Timeframe When Needed
Verified By
Radiation Therapy - Certification
American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)
Prior to Start Date
HR Primary Sources
Basic Life Support (BLS)
American Heart Assoc. or American Red Cross CPR for Prof. Rescue
Within 2 Months of Start Date
Learning Management System
Radiation Therapy - Certification
North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board of Examiners
Prior to Start Date
HR Primary Sources
Education & Experience
Degree/Diploma
Program of Study
Required/Preferred
Diploma
Radiation Therapy
Required
Experience
Experience
Required/Preferred
A minimum of 1 year of related experience
Preferred
Knowledge & Skills
Title
Required/Preferred
Physical Demands
Activity
Frequency
Sit
Occasionally (5-33%)
Stand
Occasionally (5-33%)
Walk
Frequently (34-66%)
Stoop/Bend
Frequently (34-66%)
Reach
Frequently (34-66%)
Climb
Not Applicable
Crawl
Not Applicable
Squat/Crouch/Kneel
Occasionally (5-33%)
Twist
Frequently (34-66%)
Handle/Finger/Feel
Frequently (34-66%)
See
Frequently (34-66%)
Hear
Frequently (34-66%)
Weight Demands
Activity
Amount
Lift - Floor to Waist Level
Medium (20-40 pounds)
Carry
Medium (20-40 pounds)
Push/Pull
Medium (20-40 pounds)
Slide/Transfer
Medium (20-40 pounds)
Working Conditions
Condition
Frequency
Indoor
Continuously (>67%)
Outdoor
Not Applicable
Extreme Temperature
Not Applicable
Functional Assessment
Type
D
Essential Job Functions
Title and Description
RT - Treatments
Delivers radiation therapy treatments according to physician prescription and standard operating procedures and completes all required documentation.
RT - Positioning
Executes the precise positioning of the patient with respect to radiation beam and treatment area.
RT - Complications
Observes and assesses patient for clinical changes and reports signs of complications.
RT - Principles
Applies principles of basic radiation physics, radiation interactions and radiation protection, i.e., wears radiation film badge.
RT - Quality
Completes Quality Assurance tracking, records results and assists in maintaining records.
Pain Assessment
Performs pain assessment and takes appropriate action according to standard operating procedure.
Other Duties
Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.
Safety & Compliance
- Demonstrates understanding and follows infection control policies and procedures according to standard operating procedure.
- Maintains requirements for age specific competencies for the position and demonstrates the knowledge or principles of growth and developments and the skills necessary to provide patient/customer care/services.
- Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of and compliance with:
- All pertinent safety, health and environmental policies, procedures and guidelines.
- Working safely, without causing harm or risk to self, others or property.
- The work environment safety procedures and prompt reporting of unsafe practices, procedures, accidents, injuries or other safety violations to the Leader.
- The use of all safety equipment and personal protective equipment.
Behavior Standards
- Integrity: We will always do the right thing even when no one is watching.
- Acknowledge: We will create a welcoming, healing environment.
- Meaningful: We will provide an exceptional patient experience.
- Accountable: We will accept responsibility for our actions and behaviors.
- Listen: We will listen and seek to understand.
- Team: We will work together to deliver world-class care.
- Respect: We will treat each other with respect.
- Understand: We will seek to understand and respond genuinely.
License, Certification & Registration
Title
Credentialing Body
Timeframe When Needed
Verified By
Radiation Therapy - Certification
American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)
Prior to Start Date
HR Primary Sources
Basic Life Support (BLS)
American Heart Assoc. or American Red Cross CPR for Prof. Rescue
Within 2 Months of Start Date
Learning Management System
Radiation Therapy - Certification
North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board of Examiners
Prior to Start Date
HR Primary Sources
Education & Experience
Degree/Diploma
Program of Study
Required/Preferred
Diploma
Radiation Therapy
Required
Experience
Experience
Required/Preferred
A minimum of 1 year of related experience
Preferred
Knowledge & Skills
Title
Required/Preferred
Physical Demands
Activity
Frequency
Sit
Occasionally (5-33%)
Stand
Occasionally (5-33%)
Walk
Frequently (34-66%)
Stoop/Bend
Frequently (34-66%)
Reach
Frequently (34-66%)
Climb
Not Applicable
Crawl
Not Applicable
Squat/Crouch/Kneel
Occasionally (5-33%)
Twist
Frequently (34-66%)
Handle/Finger/Feel
Frequently (34-66%)
See
Frequently (34-66%)
Hear
Frequently (34-66%)
Weight Demands
Activity
Amount
Lift - Floor to Waist Level
Medium (20-40 pounds)
Carry
Medium (20-40 pounds)
Push/Pull
Medium (20-40 pounds)
Slide/Transfer
Medium (20-40 pounds)
Working Conditions
Condition
Frequency
Indoor
Continuously (>67%)
Outdoor
Not Applicable
Extreme Temperature
Not Applicable
Functional Assessment
Type
D
Company
Do what you love. Make a difference. Join our team of over 4,000 health professionals and support staff committed to caring for the region for more than 100 years.
At Altru Health System, we are serious about providing an exceptional patient experience and positively impacting the communities we serve. Our physician-led, community-owned, not-for-profit health system serves over 225,000 residents in northeast North Dakota and northwest Minnesota. We are a proud member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network.
If reasonable accommodation is needed to apply or interview for a position, please contact careers@altru.org or 701.780.5123.
Company info
- Website
- http://www.altru.org/careers/
- Telephone
- 701-780-5123
- Location
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Grand Forks
North Dakota
US
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