UMH Sparrow - Registered Radiation Therapist

Job Opportunity

Job ID: 54962

Positions Location: Lansing, MI Job Description General Purpose of Job: Provide

Description

Positions Location: Lansing, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job

Provide radiation therapy services to cancer patients as directed by an authorized user (radiation oncology physician) in accordance with the established standards of the department.

Essential Duties

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Delivers accurately the prescribed planned course of radiation therapy in accordance with the radiation oncologist written directive and maintains legible and accurate records of daily treatment as required.
• Performs radiation simulations procedures and observes patients for unusual reactions and/or events.
• Performs procedures related to physics/dosimetry with and without supervision of the physicist and/or dosimetrist.
• Follows all mandated departmental radiation safety, emergency, and hazardous materials procedures.
• Reports and records equipment deficiencies to the Manager and/or Bio-Medical Engineering.
• Responsible for supervision, instruction and education of students.
• Attends departmental meetings and conferences.
• Assists in nursing related functions as necessary.
• Responsible for coordination of work flow to accommodate quality patient care and patient treatments.

Job Requirements

General Requirements

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within 60 days of hire. • Radiation Therapy American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registered.

Work Experience

• None

Education

• JRCERT accredited radiation therapy program graduate.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills

• Demonstrates effective communication and interpersonal skills. • Demonstrates ability to work as a team member. • Demonstrates ability to work independently as needed.

University of Michigan Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

#LI-MA1

Job Family

Clinical Professional/Technical/Allied Health

Requirements

Shift Days

Degree Type / Education Level High School / GED

Status Full-time

Facility Sparrow Hospital

Experience Level New Grad