Radiation Therapist
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Radiation Therapist at Duke Health summary :
As a Radiation Therapist at Duke Health, you will apply ionizing radiation to patients of all ages under the supervision of the Chief Therapist and Radiation Oncologist. Your role involves accurately delivering radiation therapy, maintaining patient care standards, and ensuring safety protocols are followed throughout the treatment process. You will also participate in departmental meetings, quality assurance, and the onboarding of new personnel while being committed to compassionate and effective healthcare delivery.
At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. About Duke Raleigh Hospital, A Campus of Duke University Hospital Pursue your passion for caring with the Duke Raleigh Campus in Raleigh, North Carolina, which has been part of Duke Health since 1998 and has served Wake County for more than 35 years. Duke Raleigh Campusfeatures 204 inpatient beds and offers a comprehensive array of services, including cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, advanced gastrointestinal, and wound healing care.
- This Position is Eligible for up to $8,000 Relocation and $15,000 Commitment Bonus
Work Week : Monday-Friday / Various day shift hours – flexing as needed to accommodate clinic volumes
General Description of the Job Class
Apply ionizing radiation to the patient (inclusive of pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations) in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the Radiation Oncologist and under the general supervision of the Chief Therapist.
Duties and Responsibilities of this Level
Required Qualifications at this Level
Education
Satisfactory completion of a 24 month course in radiology technology and a 12 month course in radiation therapy technology; or
Satisfactory completion of a 24 month course in radiation therapy technology; or
Registered nurse who has satisfactorily completed a 12-month course in radiation therapy technology; or
Satisfactory completion of a Bachelor of Science degree in radiation therapy.
Experience
One year clinical training in Radiation Therapy.
Degrees, Licensure, and / or Certification
Current licensure as required by state or national authority and / or certification or board eligible in Radiation Therapy by the American Registry of Radiology Technology.
Maintain ARRT certification in radiation therapy with a minimum of documented 12 hours of continuing education.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge in principles, practices and procedures involved in the operation of ionizing radiographic and radiation therapy equipment.
Knowledge of the human anatomy and proper positioning of the patient to provide treatment as prescribed.
Ability to administer CPR in a medical emergency.
Distinguishing Characteristics of this Level
N / A
Duke is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Essential Physical Job Functions : Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essentialjob functions that require specific physical and / or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.
Keywords :
Radiation Therapy, Patient Care, Radiation Oncologist, Ionizing Radiation, Healthcare, Clinical Training, Medical Equipment, Patient Safety, Quality Assurance, Hospital Services
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