Job Description
Radiation Therapist (RT)(T) (As Needed/PRN)
JOB SUMMARY: Safely and correctly operates equipment delivering ionizing radiation for the purpose of treating neoplastic diseases or for other therapeutic purposes. Applies ionizing radiation to patients in accordance with the prescription and instruction of the Radiation Oncologist. Carries out pre-treatment preparations including simulations and fabrication of treatment devices.
Hours: PRN or as needed with variable hours during office hours of Mon-Fri 7:30a-4p
EDUCATION: Associates degree, Bachelors preferred
EXPERIENCE: Must be knowledgeable of the operation methods and safety
standards of all equipment producing ionizing radiation within the department.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND/OR REGISTRATIONS: Must be certified
in radiation therapy technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology.
BLS certification required within 90 days of employment.
EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, WORK AIDS: Linear Accelerator, CT Scan/Simulator, film
processor, treatment devices, lead blocks and any other therapeutic equipment/machines
or their reasonable accommodation.
SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Knowledge of appropriate patient population growth and development.
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Exceptional healthcare awaits you at Russell Medical, located in Alexander City, Alabama close to the pristine waters of beautiful Lake Martin. Russell Medical is a progressive, not-for-profit, acute care facility serving the needs of east Central Alabama. Our mission is simple: Being the best because, we care. Inside our doors you will find cutting edge technology, professionals of the highest caliber, and leadership committed to utilizing all of our resources to improve the quality of every life we touch. Russell Medical has been accredited by The Joint Commission since 1959.
At Russell Medical we truly believe that employees are our greatest assets. Our goal is to provide a safe, friendly and supportive work environment. Each person is very important and performs a valuable service and we embrace and encourage the spirit of teamwork.
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Russell Medical offers flexible work schedules, maintains a competitive wage structure and offers a wide array of benefits including health, dental, vision, accident, cancer, and short and long-term disability insurance. Flexible Spending Accounts, 529 Education Plan, and 403 (b) retirement plan. Tuition reimbursement and other educational assistance may be made available. Fulltime employees accrue Paid Time Off as well as an additional accrual for sick time.
Russell Medical is an equal opportunity employer. We invite you to join our dedicated team and become a part of the Russell Medical family.
Russell Medical Foundation (Scholarships):
The Russell Medical Foundation awards healthcare scholarships annually. For detailed information, contact Judy Wood, Foundation Administration at 256-329-7152. Please click links below for further information:
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