Radiation Therapist
Lake Havasu City, AZ
$77,000 - $92,000
Job Description
Who We Are:
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Havasu Regional Medical Center is a 171-bed hospital that offers a broad scope of services in major medical disciplines. A medical staff of more than 33 affiliated physicians represents a broad cross-section of expertise in 31 medical specialties.
Where We Are:
Lake Havasu City has earned the reputation as the outdoor recreation mecca of the southwest. Blessed by an ideal climate, captivating scenery, beautiful yet rugged mountains, tranquil desert and the azure waters of the Colorado River, Lake Havasu's 45-mile-long lake is an oasis of natural beauty.
Why Choose Us:
· Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
· Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
· Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
· Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
· Professional Development and Growth Opportunities
· And much more…
Position Summary:
The Radiation Therapist provides treatment programs for all patients referred to Radiation Oncology; coordinates scheduling; provides patient education regarding procedures; greets physicians, patients and families thereof with a friendly, positive attitude; assist supervisor with quality assurance for Accelerators, Simulators and other related equipment; assist in Simulations, Block fabrication, and preparation of charts and computer for treatment; observes radiation safety measures; writes and reviews patients progress reports, including charting, and reports to referring physicians
Shift: Day shift, Monday thru Friday, 8-hour shift.
Requirements
· Graduate of an accredited Therapeutic Radiologic Technology program resulting in an Associate or Bachelor's degree or Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technologist program resulting in an Associate Degree and a Certificate in Radiation Therapy Required
· AART (T) certification required on hire.
· AZ Medical Radiology License required on hire (Original license must be at facility to begin employment)
· Radiation Therapy Technologist Certificate
· Basic Life Support (BCLS), 1 year of experience as Radiation Therapist required.
· Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
· 2-3 years of experience as Radiation Therapist