Radiation Therapist Full time

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

This role is a split between 1st and 2nd shift, typically 1130-8PM

The Radiation Therapist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

Instructs and prepares patients for radiation therapy or simulations.; Demonstrates overall knowledge of treatments and use of pertinent equipment.; Prepare supplies and equipment necessary for positioning and accuracy of treatment.; Assesses patient pain interfering with treatments. Make appropriate physician contact for intervention.; Rooms patients and provides direct patient care under the supervision of a physician, and/or direction of an RN/LPN. Records medical histories.; Prepares patients for treatments and considers specific patient needs, administers care according to individual age and abilities.; Adheres to all departmental and radiation safety policies and procedures. Maintains infection control standards for treatment/procedure rooms and areas where patient care services are delivered. Cleans, disinfects, changes linen etc.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy program; IEMA/IDNS in Radiation Therapy Technology. New graduates need within 3 months of graduation.; ARRT Licensure or eligibility for licensure. New graduates need within 3 months of graduation,

Nice to have

Bachelor of Science