Radiation Therapist ARRMC - Medford, OR
Company: Asante
Location: Salem
Posted on: May 22, 2023
Job Description:
Radiation Therapist ARRMC FTE: 0.0/Status: On Call Schedule:
Variable Hours/Variable DaysSalary: Wage starting at $43.31/hr with
a midpoint of $54.14/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 chandler.white@asante.org
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/Certifications
- Licensed 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 othersWhat 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.
Keywords: Asante, Salem , Radiation Therapist ARRMC - Medford, OR, Healthcare , Salem, Oregon
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