Radiation Therapist
 Salem Health | |
life insurance, paid time off, 401(k), retirement plan, relocation assistance
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 United States, Oregon, Salem | |
 Feb 28, 2025 | |
| Location Site: Salem Hospital Main Campus Department: SH Radiation Oncology Position Type: Full Time Start Time: 7:00Pioneering healthcare since 1896, Salem Health is a top workplace offering highly competitive pay where you can make a difference in the lives of those in the community where you live. Through incorporation of Lean driven principles, staff are able effect change in the organization to solve problems, and drive continuous improvement. As an employer of choice, we are devoted to assuring that we provide a safe, healthy, and patient-centric workplace, while keeping staff wellbeing and satisfaction top of mind. We invite you to learn more about our wonderful community: There's something about Salem, Oregon! Your Role With Us:Administers radiation treatments to patients as prescribed, interprets treatment plans, and maintains surveillance during treatment; accurately positions patients, images as directed, and annotates portal images. Observes patients for radiation side-effects, reports findings to staff, and documents treatment using digital cameras; safely transfers patients and performs calculations for emergency treatments. Constructs immobilization devices, accurately tattoos patients, handles needles safely, and participates in daily chart rounds to coordinate patient care. Documents services provided, daily treatment delivery, and maintains daily treatment schedules; accurately charges for services and includes required elements in documentation. Supports safe radiation practices, performs machine warm-up procedures, daily quality assurance checks, and reports malfunctioning equipment; practices ALARA and reports deviations from prescriptions. Participates in daily Team Huddles, Debriefs, and meetings; communicates directly with peers and supervisors, promotes team function, and provides feedback as requested. Provides clinical instruction to radiation therapy students, maintains student records, and assumes on-call responsibility when scheduled. Maintains a clean and safe environment by completing weekly block room cleaning, HEPA filter checks, and fabricating custom blocks; coordinates simulation with clinics to support continuity of care.Total Rewards Offerings: Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations and professional growth.Relocation assistance available for qualified positionsFull comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plansBasic and voluntary life insuranceShort and long-term disabilityLive Well Wellness ProgramEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) 401(K) retirement plan with employer contributions.Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual and holiday pay Onsite fitness center with 24/7 badge accessEducation assistance programPublic service loan forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer https://studentaid.gov/Food and drink discounts in the cafeteriaImpressive discounts offered by Nike, Adidas, Carhartt and othersBackground/Expertise:Successful completion of a Radiation Therapy program required; Bachelors of Science in Radiation Therapy preferred.ARRT National Radiology License required 6 Months from date of hire.Basic Life Support via AHA required 6 Months from date of hire.Minimum of one (1) year Radiation Therapy experience preferred.Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) State licensure required.Basic operations of Linear Accelerators: Varian Truebeam, Varian Edge & GE Lightspeed CT preferred. SBRT, SRS, HyperArc, Identify and Breathhold & Gating Visual ManagementAria 11.0 and basic Microsoft Word knowledge.Above average communication and human relation skills; ability to relate well with others. Must demonstrate ability to empathize with patients dealing with death and dying issues. Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and ability to collaborate. Must demonstrate ability to interact well with all levels in the organization including leadership, medical staff, and front line staff. Strong time management skills, decision-making, and problem solving skills required; Fast pace environment treating; 70-95 patients per day on three treatment machines.Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact my.recruiter@salemhealth.org | |