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Radiation Therapist

Lexington, KY 40546

Posted: 11/05/2024 Employment Type: Permanent Job Category: RadOnc - Radiation Therapists Job Number: 1945

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Start your career as a Radiation Therapist in Lexington, KY!

Job Description:


Under the direction of the Radiation Oncologist, the radiation therapist uses ionizing-radiation producing equipment to administer therapeutic doses of radiation as prescribed by the physician for each patient undergoing a prescribed course of radiotherapy. Other responsibilities include patient scheduling and education, maintaining treatment equipment and records, and monitoring treatment area. This individual will be patient centered, exhibit technical expertise, possess good communication skills, and demonstrate a high level of team unity.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

  • Accurately delivers a planned course of radiotherapy by administering treatment in a safe manner

  • Demonstrates how to use Linacs and CT simulator, and perform patient treatments

  • Provides patient education and excellent customer relations

  • Correctly documents and captures charges for procedures

 

Requirements:

  • Education – graduate of an Accredited Radiation Therapy program.

  • Licensure - registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology in Radiation Therapy.

  • State Radiation Operator Certification.

  • Experience – none required

  • Basic Life Support

 

Benefits:

  • Annual Tuition Assistance

  • Company paid Maternity and Paternity leave

  • 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire

  • Bereavement Leave (includes pets)

  • PTO Sell Back Program

  • Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)

  • Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial suppor
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