Radiation Therapist, Days
- Req. Number: 2891
- Address: 3188 Bellevue Avenue
- City, State: Cincinnati, OH
- Job Type: Full time
- Posted Date: 8/11/2023
Job Description
UC Health is hiring a full-time Radiation Therapist for the Radiation Oncology Department at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center.
About University of Cincinnati Medical Center
As the pioneering hospital of UC Health, Greater Cincinnati's academic health system, UC Medical Center has served greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky for nearly 200 years. Each year, hundreds of thousands of patients receive care from our world-renowned clinicians and care teams utilizing the most advanced medical knowledge and technology available. UC Medical Center has 724 licensed beds and more than 5,800 employees.
The Radiation Oncology Department provides the opportunity to care for a very special patient population. This includes providing the best possible care for our patients, training cancer experts who work throughout the region and being at the forefront of advances and new discoveries.
Unit Details:
Cincinnati's #1 preferred cancer care.
Utilizes the latest immunology therapies to attack and kill cancer cells.
Offers access to national clinical trials where researchers share their knowledge with clinicians across the U.S., enabling access to the most innovative, advanced treatments.
90 + cancer specialists, including subspecialty and multidisciplinary expertise only available in an academic health system.
Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities
Qualifications
Education and Experience Requirements:
Join our team as a Radiation Therapist in our Radiation Oncology Department and work alongside the best and brightest clinical teams collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.
Join our team to BE UC Health. Be Extraordinary. Be Supported. Be Hope. Apply Today!
About UC Health
UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching-a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, Daniel Drake Center for Post-Acute Care, Bridgeway Pointe Assisted Living, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), Lindner Center of HOPE and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com.
UC Health is hiring a full-time Radiation Therapist for the Radiation Oncology Department at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center.
About University of Cincinnati Medical Center
As the pioneering hospital of UC Health, Greater Cincinnati's academic health system, UC Medical Center has served greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky for nearly 200 years. Each year, hundreds of thousands of patients receive care from our world-renowned clinicians and care teams utilizing the most advanced medical knowledge and technology available. UC Medical Center has 724 licensed beds and more than 5,800 employees.
The Radiation Oncology Department provides the opportunity to care for a very special patient population. This includes providing the best possible care for our patients, training cancer experts who work throughout the region and being at the forefront of advances and new discoveries.
Unit Details:
Cincinnati's #1 preferred cancer care.
Utilizes the latest immunology therapies to attack and kill cancer cells.
Offers access to national clinical trials where researchers share their knowledge with clinicians across the U.S., enabling access to the most innovative, advanced treatments.
90 + cancer specialists, including subspecialty and multidisciplinary expertise only available in an academic health system.
Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities
- Communicates formulated plan of care, as appropriate, to all levels of associates involved in the patient's care and demonstrates the ability to establish priorities of care based on the patient's assessment and needs.
- Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment, and involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment, and continuing care of the patient.
- Delivers, performs, and interprets radiation treatments and set-ups according to physician directives and prescriptions.
- Maintains daily treatment schedule in a customer focused manner which includes performing accurate charge captures for procedures, accurately recording pre-treatment and treatment records, and operates treatment equipment according to established departmental standards and policies.
- Performs treatment simulation, fabrication of treatment devices, body contouring, documentation, and simple computerized dosimetry as needed.
- Takes a pro-active approach to workflow and technical issues while remaining dedicated to continuous learning and commitment to the teaching environment.
- Performs daily quality assurance checks and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Associates degree required (bachelor's degree preferred)
- Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- Must be licensed by the State of Ohio in Radiation Therapy
- New grads are acceptable
Join our team as a Radiation Therapist in our Radiation Oncology Department and work alongside the best and brightest clinical teams collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.
Join our team to BE UC Health. Be Extraordinary. Be Supported. Be Hope. Apply Today!
About UC Health
UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching-a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, Daniel Drake Center for Post-Acute Care, Bridgeway Pointe Assisted Living, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), Lindner Center of HOPE and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com.
