Radiation Therapist - Athens, United States - Ardent Health

    Ardent Health
    Ardent Health Athens, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    OverviewJoin our team as a day shift, full-time, Radiation Therapist in Tyler, TX.


    Fulfilling your purpose begins here:
    People First, Always.

    Here's how we take care of our people:

    Medical, vision, dental health insurance, health savings account / flexible spending, competitive pay, paid time off, 401k retirement plan with company match, employee assistance program and more.


    Your team is bigger than your department:

    UT Health Tyler, the flagship hospital of the system, has 502 licensed beds specializing in advanced acute care medicine.

    Our hospital includes a 24-hour ER with Level 1 trauma center, a comprehensive stroke center, more than 500 physicians and a full complement of subspecialty groups.

    We believe healthcare is a team sport and every player has something to contribute. We show compassion, celebrate differences and treat one another with respect. Responsibilities Delivers radiation therapy treatments. Performs manual calculations. Fabricates custom shielding blocks. Able to perform Q.A. checks adn warm-up Linear Accelerators. Maintains constant communicationwith patients and family members to lend support and provide information concerning treatment. Ensures that all efforts are directed in constantly improving customer (e.g. patient and physician) satisfaction.


    QualificationsJob Requirements:

    Graduate of an approved school of radiation therapy technology or a school of radiologic technology and one year radiation therapy program.

    Must be registered by the American REgistry of Radiologic Technology in Radiation Therapy and licensed by the State of Texas.


    Preferred Job Requirements:
    Two years of experience.