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Radiation Therapist

Baptist Health
paid time off, tuition assistance
United States, Kentucky, Lexington
Nov 18, 2024

Job Description:

Radiation Therapist-Oncology

Full Time - Day Shift

$30,000 sign on bonus for qualified individuals

Must be able to be on call, including weekends and holidays, and flexible to work above standard hours to meet staffing needs.

Baptist Health outpatient oncology, where compassionate care meets advanced treatment. Our cancer center offers medical oncology, infusion therapy, radiation oncology, and genetic counseling. We also provide nutritional counseling, palliative care, psychological support, and access to support services. Our expert oncologists and team create personalized treatment plans with the latest technologies. From diagnosis through recovery, we ensure patients and caregivers receive continuous support and education. At Baptist Health, we treat the whole person, offering hope and strength on every patient's journey.

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 support

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now! Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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