Bon Secours Mercy Health
Location
Youngstown, OH | United States
Job description
At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.
This position is Eligible for a $7,500 sign on bonus!!!
The staff Radiation Therapist under the indirect supervision of the Radiation Oncologist, Physicist, and Manager: directs the daily operations of the treatment area ensuring quality, directs and promotes radiation therapy standards for patient care, is actively involved in patient care, and assists in planning the services provided to achieve the objectives of the hospital.
Mission/Core Values: It is expected that all of the duties and responsibilities of this position will be performed in a manner consistent with the Ministry’s Standards of Behavior (CARE; Compassion: seeks to understand, listen and explain; Advocate: is the voice for the vulnerable; Respect: demonstrates the highest regard for and welcomes all people; Excellence: commits to the highest standard of quality care, joyful service, and teamwork) and in a manner that reflects the core values of Mercy Health which are: Excellence, Human Dignity, Justice, Compassion, Sacredness of Life and Service. All supervisors and above are expected to model the organizational mission and values through their daily actions, decision making and priority setting. All supervisors and above are expected to develop, implement and monitor short and long range plans to meet or surpass standards consistent with the overall strategic plan.
Properly sets up the treatment room, devices, and parameters as ordered by the Radiation Oncologist. Properly identifies the patient. Monitors the patient visually an audibly during the treatment. Reinforces instructions given to the patient. Maintains patient markings. Must maintain required mental applications of positioning patients according to prescriptions as well as physical aspects requiring lifting heavy treatment devices and transporting patients. Wears film badge properly.
Coordinates treatment area activities and scheduling inpatients with other procedures. Documents thoroughly in the treatment record and initials, date, and time all entries. Schedules simulations, gamma meds, and other procedures as ordered on the prescription. Performs brachytherapy procedures. Performs simulations as needed.
Performs daily QA on the equipment in accordance with the instructions given by physics, and notifies the physicist of any equipment or readings that are unusual. Maintains equipment and reports problems promptly. Performs weekly SSD checks in a timely manner. Observes radiation safety practices. Assists in any changes to treatment devices. Follows through on instructions given by Radiation Oncologist in correction of portal images. Verifies accuracy of MLC's
Reviews billing and demonstrates responsibility in the accuracy of those charges. Submits daily billing in a responsible and timely manner.
Performs ancillary duties as time permits such as filing, answering phones, scheduling, running errands, etc. as needed.
Keeps Management informed of any concerns, complaints, or situations related to staff, patients, and physicians. Attend meetings as required; may participate in educational programs and in-service meetings. Services on committees as needed. Participates in ODH, state, federal, and NRC inspections.
Required: Certification in Radiation Oncology from an ARRT approved school. Holds a current ODH license in Radiation Oncology. Holds a current license in Radiation Oncology from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
Preferred: Previous Radiation Therapy experience with Elekta Linear Accelerators and Mosaiq EMR.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected] . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]
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