Radiation Therapist III

OverviewHello humankindness Located conveniently in the heart of Phoenix ArizonaSt. Josephs Hospital and Medical Center is a 571-bed not-for-profit hospital that provides a wide range of health social and support services. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy St. Josephs was the first hospital in the Phoenix area. More than 125 years later St. Josephs remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the poor and underserved.We are extremely proud to be a nationally recognized center for quality quaternary care medical education and research. St. Josephs includes the internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute Norton Thoracic Institute Cancer Center at St. Josephs Ivy Brain Tumor Center and St. Josephs Level I Trauma Center (which is verified by the American College of Surgeons). The hospital is also a respected center for high-risk obstetrics neuro-rehabilitation orthopedics and other medical services. St. Joseph’s is considered a sought-after destination hospital for treating the most complex cases from throughout the world. Every day approximately 20 percent of the hospital’s patients have traveled from outside of Arizona and the United States to seek treatment at St. Joseph’s.U.S News & World Report routinely ranks St. Josephs among the top hospitals in the United States for neurology and neurosurgery. In addition St. Josephs boasts the Creighton University School of Medicine at St. Josephs and a strategic alliance with Phoenix Childrens Hospital.St. Josephs is consistently named an outstanding place to work and one of Arizonas healthiest employers. Come grow your career with one of Arizonas Most Admired Companies.Look for us on Facebookand follow us on Twitter.For the health of our community we are proud to be a tobacco-free campus.ResponsibilitiesSUMMARY - This is a full time position in Radiation Oncology Barrows Neurological Institute. We are focused on neuro oncology and the treatment of intracranial tumors. Our Department has state-of-the-art Varian TrueBeam Technology utilizing a 6D couch with Brainlab Cyberknife and a Philips Big Bore CT. The latest addition to our advanced technology is Zap-X gyroscopic radiosurgery for the brain the first machine of its kind in the world. Treatment planning is done utilizing Eclipse with ARIA as our EMR. The ideal candidate must be enthusiastic self-motivated and ready to hit the ground running in a fast-paced exciting work environment. You would be required to take call rotating with 5 other therapists. St. Joseph's is a teaching hospital cancer program credentialed with commendation by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer (CoC). Approval by the CoC is given to facilities that have voluntarily committed to providing the highest level of quality cancer care and that undergo a rigorous evaluation process and review of their performance. Receiving care at a CoC-approved cancer center guarantees a patient will have access to comprehensive care the best treatment options information about ongoing clinical trials access to cancer-related information a cancer registry and continual improvement of care. St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center makes a difference by touching lives one by one while embracing the core values of the Sisters of Mercy - dignity service stewardship justice and excellence.ResponsibilitiesDelivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy by checking prescription diagnosis and patient identification. Explains procedures to patient delivers prescribed daily dose to patient observing radiation safety measures for patient and personnel. Prepares room and equipment for patient according to prescription or simulation regarding immobilization devices etc. transfers patient to treatment couch giving attention to the special needs of the patient. Observes patients for unusual reactions and for signs and symptoms of developing complications during treatment reporting reactions and complications to nursing and treating physician. Maintains a variety of records including records of daily treatment; maintains and regularly reviews patient charts to eliminate errors. Performs other job-related duties as assign.Eligible for a sign on bonusMonday-Friday, no weekends or holidaysRelocation assistanceQualificationsMINIMUMAssociates Degree - Certificate in Radiation Therapy and Associates of Applied Science in Radiography required.Successful completion of an accredited education program in radiation therapy.Minimum 36 months experience as a radiation therapist in a radiation oncology clinic required.Registered as a Radiation Therapist RT(T) by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (CT ARRT)American Heart Association Basic Life Support (CT PRBLS)Licensed as a Certified Therapy Technologist (CTT) by the Arizona Department of Health Services Bureau of Special Licensing (LIC CTT).Advanced computer skills required.PREFERREDBachelor's Degree5 years of experience as a radiation therapist with increased responsibilities in a radiation oncology facility preferred.RRTAZPay Range$40.66 - $58.96 /hourWe are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.