Radiation Therapist

Radiation Therapist
Houston, TX 77030
Salary:
$88000 to $124 K
Sign on Bonus:
$1500.00
Job type:
Full time
Benefits:
Yes
Must-Haves:
Licenses/Certifications:
Certified Radiation Therapist by the American Registry of Radiation Therapy Technologists (ARRT-T), or temporary certification for recent graduates, up to 60 days post-graduation and licensed by the Texas Department of Health (CMRT)
1-2 years experience in Radiation Therapy
3-5 years Radiation Therapy experience
Nice-To-Haves
3+ years experience in Radiation Therapy
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Graduate of an accredited school of Radiation Therapy Technology
Licenses/Certifications:
Certified Radiation Therapist by the American Registry of Radiation Therapy Technologists (ARRT-T), or temporary certification for recent graduates, up to 60 days post-graduation and licensed by the Texas Department of Health (CMRT)
Experience / Knowledge / Skills:
Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients in conjunction with others in order to perform job functions.
Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions;
delivers on our brand promise of we advance health through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results while ensuring one Memorial Hermann.
Principal Accountabilities:
Simulates treatment set-ups according to physician instruction.
Performs dosimetric calculations under the supervision of a physicist or dosimetrist, using either manual or computerized dose calculations.
Accurately delivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy.
Assists in Brach therapy procedures.
Warms up treatment machines/simulator and checks all safety and operational procedures;
reports any erratic operation to the physicist.
Checks the laser positioning to ensure proper alignment.
Verifies dose through barometer and thermometer measurements;
reports any discrepancies to physicist.
Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors;
adheres to all MemorialHermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency;
supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization;
serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
Benefits:
DENTAL INSURANCE
MEDICAL INSURANCE
VISION INSURANCE
LIFE INSURANCE
RETIREMENT
PAID TIME OFF