Radiation Therapist ARRMC

Company: Asante
Location: Salem
Posted on: March 12, 2023

Job Description:

Job Description:

Radiation Therapist ARRMC FTE: 0.0/Status: On Call Schedule: Variable Hours/Variable Days Salary: Wage starting at $39.92/hr with a midpoint of $49.90/hr (wages are determined by qualifications and years of experience in the field). This position also pays an additional 15% on top of the base hourly wage. Questions? Contact Chandler White at [email protected] WHY ASANTE Asante is more than a great hospital system in an amazing location. We are a community of passionate providers and service-focused caregivers who collaborate to deliver amazing patient outcomes; a place where titles don't matter as much as your creativity, drive, and passion. Our culture, values and people create an environment of sustained medical excellence. All three Asante hospitals have earned five stars from CMS for overall quality -- the top rating given. In fact, Asante accounts for three of the five Oregon hospitals to achieve this rare honor. POSITION SUMMARY The Radiation Therapist has the opportunity to inspire confidence in patient care by operating treatment machines in the department, treating patients in a consistent and caring manner following the Radiation Oncologist's prescription and treatment plan. As the Radiation Therapist at Asante, you will have the opportunity to: Closely interact with and treating patients while building supportive, nurturing relationships with the patient Provide accurate and precise delivery of radiation in a dynamic teamwork favored atmosphere Work closely with Radiation Oncologists and nursing staff to coordinate consistent patient care and treatment Develop and maintain a scientific understanding of radiation, its effects, and how to safely deliver it using a linear accelerator and Tomotherapy unit Acquire patient data using a CT scanner and build positioning devices while partnering with seasoned dosimetrists Work with physics and engineering staff to problem solve and report machine problems QUALIFICATIONS Education Thorough knowledge of theory, practices, procedures and equipment used in the field of radiation oncology is required Experience Experience in CT highly preferred Licensure/CertificationsLicensed in Radiation Therapy by the Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) with certification in Radiation Therapy ARRT (T) required upon start BLS: Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider certified by the American Heart Association (AHA) required upon start Other Skills Treat patients as a first priority by providing compassionate care Maintain effective working relationships with others What We Offer Our Flexible Workforce (Per diem/On-call) Competitive starting wage An additional 15% on top of the base hourly rate (if not an employee already in a benefited position) Benefit option available through the Asante Flexible Workforce plan Excellent retirement package with up to a 6% employer contribution About Asante and Southern Oregon Asante is a local, community owned and governed, not-for-profit organization that provides comprehensive health care services to more than 550,000 people in a nine-county area of Southern Oregon and Northern California. It includes Asante Ashland Community Hospital in Ashland, Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center in Medford, Asante Three Rivers Medical Center in Grants Pass, Asante Physician Partners throughout the Rogue Valley, and additional health care partnerships. Virtually all medical specialties and services are represented within an organization dedicated to providing exceptional care. With over 5,000 employees, Asante's entities offer outstanding opportunities for career advancement and professional growth. At Asante your work positively impacts your family, friends, neighbors and the community. Experience the difference in how you work, how you live and how you connect. At Asante we are defined by our values - traits that guide us as we serve patients and the community: Excellence - Respect - Honesty - Service - Teamwork Asante is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ and advance in employment women, minorities, qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

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