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    radiation therapist, on call - La Crosse, WI, United States - Gundersen Health System

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    Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you're looking for a job to love, apply today.


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    Are you ready for an incredible adventure working in an award-winning culture? Join the Gundersen Radiation Oncology team and be part of a well-respected, essential part of the health care team.


    What you will work:

    • On call
    • Day shift, Monday - Friday
    • No weekends, call or holidays

    What you will do:

    • Work with Gundersen Health System patients to accurately deliver the prescribed course of radiation therapy
    • Perform precise simulation procedures
    • Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal sensitivity with patients

    What you will get:

    • An engaged team with a welcoming environment that is supportive of new and current staff
    • A well thought out training partnership
    • A flexible schedule

    What you need:

    • Associate degree in Radiotherapy Technology from an accredited school or 120 credit hours toward a JCERT accredited bachelor program
    • American Registry of Radiologic Technologists-Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T) within three months of hire date
    • Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (with hands on learning) from one of the following programs; American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

    Job Description:


    The Radiation Therapist is responsible for operating radiation therapy equipment to precisely simulate and treat patients with prescribed doses of ionizing radiation as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist.


    Major Responsibilities:

    • Works with Gundersen Health System patients to accurately deliver the prescribed course of radiation therapy. Responsible for documentation of daily treatment and communicates with the Radiation Oncologist. Reports any variations or suggested changes in the policies to the Radiation Oncologist or the Medical Physicist.
    • Performs precise simulation procedures. Checks with the Radiation Oncologist for completeness of the simulation procedure. Completely records all patient and machine set-up parameters. Explains procedures to the patient as required. Obtains patient consent signature. Performs periodic processor quality control procedures.
    • Responsible for demonstrating effective communication and interpersonal sensitivity with patients. Observes patient for unusual reaction or events. Discusses with patient physical and emotional feelings, and relays these to the Radiation Oncologist.
    • Organizes daily treatment and simulation schedule in cooperation with other therapists and the departmental secretary for efficient department operation.
    • Performs daily warm-up of all equipment according to department policies. Maintains supplies in the treatment room, simulator room, and the film stock.
    • Carefully observes and follows all departmental radiation, mechanical and electrical safety policies. Pays particular attention to patient safety in regard to transferring patients on and off treatment couch and in placement of shielding devices above the patient. Keeps rooms and equipment clean and safe for operation. Reports any erratic machine operation or potential unsafe situations to the Medical Physicist.
    • Performs routine beam-on time or monitor setting calculations according to prescription. Has calculation reviewed by Radiation Oncologist and Radiation Physicist according to departmental policies.
    • Performs assigned weekly chart checks according to departmental procedures.
    • Responsible for clinical instruction to students of the UW-L/Gundersen Health System RTT Internship Program.
    • Performs other job-related responsibilities as requested.

    Education and Learning:

    REQUIRED
    Associate degree in Radiotherapy Technology from an accredited school or 120 credit hours toward a JCERT accredited bachelor program


    DESIRED
    Bachelor's degree in Radiation Therapy


    Work Experience:

    REQUIRED
    No experience required.


    DESIRED
    1 year


    License and Certifications:

    REQUIRED


    American Registry of Radiologic Technologists-Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T) within three months of hire date Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (with hands on learning) from one of the following programs; American Heart Association or American Red Cross.


    Age Specific Population Served:
    Infant (less than 1 year)

    Pediatric years)

    Adolescent years)

    Adult years)

    Geriatric (65 years & older)


    OSHA Category:


    Category I - All Employees in this job title have a reasonably anticipated risk of occupational exposure to blood and/or other potentially infectious materials.


    Environmental Conditions:
    Exposed to infectious diseases.

    Frequently in close quarters.


    Physical Requirements/Demands Of The Position:
    Walking/Standing Continually % or 8 hours)

    Stooping/Bending Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)

    Reaching - Shoulder Level Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)

    Reaching - Below Shoulder Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)

    Reaching - Above Shoulder Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)

    Lifting - Other Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)

    If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR- or call

    Equal Opportunity Employer


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