Radiation Therapist PRN Job at SSM Health, Jefferson City, MO

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  • SSM Health
  • Jefferson City, MO

Job Description

Radiation Therapist PRN at SSM Health summary:

The Radiation Therapist administers prescribed radiation treatments to patients under collaboration with physicians and dosimetrists, ensuring equipment operation and compliance with regulatory standards. This PRN role requires certification in radiation therapy and involves detailed patient positioning, record-keeping, and maintaining a safe clinical environment. The position offers flexible scheduling with shift differentials and benefits like paid parental leave and tuition coverage.

It's more than a career, it's a calling

MO-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Jefferson City

Worker Type:

PRN

Job Highlights:

· Department: Radiation Oncology

· Schedule:​ PRN as needed

· Pay Rate: $40/hour Daily pay available!

· Shift Differentials: Available for night, weekend, and additional shifts​

· Location: MO-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Jefferson City, MO

Requirements: Completion of Radiation Oncology program and ARRT-T credential

Fulfill your calling and be a part of the SSM Team. Apply Today!

Job Summary:

Administers radiation therapy by exposing specific areas of the patient's body to prescribed doses of radiation.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Prepares and positions patients and selects anatomic parameters accurately.
  • Delivers appropriate patient treatment plan in collaboration with physician and dosimetrist.
  • Maintains detailed records of all therapy sessions.
  • Maintains and adjusts necessary equipment, including linear accelerator.
  • Positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately.
  • Ensures all activities comply with regulatory agency standards.
  • Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
  • Assists in maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department.
  • Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


EDUCATION

  • Associate's degree or completion of a radiation certification program


EXPERIENCE

  • No experience required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Constant standing and walking.
  • Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).
  • Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
  • Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
  • Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
  • Frequent lifting/moving of patients.
  • Frequent reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry.
  • Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
  • Occasional use of vision to identify and distinguish colors.
  • Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
  • Rare kneeling and sitting.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

State of Work Location: Illinois
  • Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
  • And
  • ARRT-T Radiation Therapy - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
  • And
  • Radiation Therapist - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)


State of Work Location: Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin

  • Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
  • And
  • ARRT-T Radiation Therapy - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Work Shift:

PRN / Per Diem Shift (United States of America)

Job Type:

Employee

Department:

4205000163 Radiation Oncology Clinic

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

Benefits:

SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.

  • Paid Parental Leave : we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).

  • Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.

  • Upfront Tuition Coverage : we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

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SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status , or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.

Keywords:

radiation therapist, radiation oncology, radiation therapy, ARRT-T certification, linear accelerator, oncology clinic, patient positioning, medical imaging, healthcare, BLS certification

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Daily paid, Full time, Relief, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work,

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