Fairview Range

The Radiation Therapist sets up radiation treatment fields for patient treatments and administers ionizing radiation to the patient in accordance with the prescription and instruction of the Radiation Oncologist.. We are a state of the art Radiation Therapy Center, providing outpatient services from initial diagnosis through treatment and follow-up care.. Varian TrueBeam and iX accelerators, GE CT simulator, Eclipse treatment planning system and Aria EMR.. Multidisciplinary care team including Radiation Oncologist, Medical Oncology providers, Medical physicists, Advance practice providers, Dosimetrist, RN Care Coordinators, LPNs, receptionist, dieticians and Social Workers.. Keywords: radiation therapist, radiation, oncology

radiation therapist

Overview:
Fairview Range is seeking a Radiation Therapist to join our team in Hibbing, MN. The Radiation Therapist sets up radiation treatment fields for patient treatments and administers ionizing radiation to the patient in accordance with the prescription and instruction of the Radiation Oncologist. Therapists are also intricately involved in the simulation process. Schedule: This position is full time, 72-80 hours per two weeks, 8-hour Day shifts and no call and no weekends.Benefits:  This position is eligible for benefits.  About this unitWe are a state of the art Radiation Therapy Center, providing outpatient services from initial diagnosis through treatment and follow-up care. We are proud to serve the Iron Range and the surrounding area with world class, comprehensive cancer care.<ul><li>2 treatment vaults and 1 CT simulation room</li><li>Varian TrueBeam and iX accelerators, GE CT simulator, Eclipse treatment planning system and Aria EMR. </li><li>Treatment types: 3D, IMRT, IGRT, RapidArc, DIBH, SBRT and SRS.</li><li>Multidisciplinary care team including Radiation Oncologist, Medical Oncology providers, Medical physicists, Advance practice providers, Dosimetrist, RN Care Coordinators, LPNs, receptionist, dieticians and Social Workers.</li><li>Patient population: Adult</li></ul>About Fairview RangeFairview Range is an affiliate of M Health Fairview, a partnership of Fairview Health Services, the University of Minnesota, and M Physicians. Together, we offer access to breakthrough medical research and specialty expertise as part of a continuum of care that reaches all ages and health needs. The most comprehensive health care network in northeastern Minnesota, Fairview Range includes Fairview Range Medical Center, Fairview Mesaba Clinics (with locations in Hibbing, Nashwauk, and Mountain Iron), Fairview Range Home Care and Hospice, and Fairview Transportation Services. Apply today to join our 34,000+ employees and 5,000+ system providers working to build lasting relationships with the people we serve: our patients, our communities, and each other.  Keywords: radiation therapist, radiation, oncology

Responsibilities/Job Description:
Radiation Therapist Job Responsibilities <ul><li>Set-up, operate, and monitor the treatment machine.</li><li>Administer radiation therapy as prescribed by the physician.</li><li>Demonstrate effective written communication skills. Maintain accurate and detailed treatment chart documentation.</li><li>Prepares room and equipment for patient. Immobilization devices, field parameters, and beam shaping devices.</li><li>Set-up of patient treatment fields in simulator as outlined by a physician; assists in design, management and drawing of field diagram.</li><li>Calculate actual treatment dosages for electron fields.</li><li>Perform machine safety checks, know safe limits of equipment operations and report abnormalities or inconsistencies to manager and physicist. Completes appropriate paperwork.</li><li>Assist in the orientation of new therapists, physics, nurses and receptionists.</li></ul>

Qualifications:
Radiation Therapist Job QualificationsRequired Qualifications<ul><li>Registered Radiation Therapist</li><li>ARRT</li><li>BLS</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>1-3 years experience</li><li>Bachelor's Degree</li></ul>

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