Radiation Therapist | Radiation Oncology
Location: Westport
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
Location: Avera St Luke's Hospital Worker Type: Regular Work
Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Pay Range: The pay
range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent
upon experience. $34.00 - $51.25 Position Highlights Join Avera as
a Radiation Therapist and join a mission-driven organization with a
great company culture and team environment. * This position may be
eligible for a $10,000 Sign on Bonus * Paid Time Off (PTO)
available on Day 1! Options for Free Health Insurance! Hours:
Monday-Friday, 8AM-4:30PM You Belong at Avera Be part of a
multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving
Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter. A
Brief Overview Delivers daily prescribed therapeutic radiation
doses to radiation therapy patients under the guidance of the
Radiation Oncologists and Physicist and collaborates with other
staff. This position is responsible for the daily technical and
scheduling process. Assists the Radiation Oncologist in the initial
set-up of a patient's radiation therapy treatment. What you will do
Delivers prescribed therapeutic radiation doses to patients and
accurately monitors and documents each treatment. Responsible for
patient assessment, direction, and education. Incorporates
technical knowledge of the equipment and expertise of clinical
treatment set-up, anatomical landmarks, treatment recording, and
management during patient care. Develops an understanding of the
patient’s physical and emotional status and reports to appropriate
staff. Documents patient care and treatment. Makes decisions
related to patient care and treatment that is necessary beyond
normal routine of clinical care. This could include nutritional and
skin care guidance, suggestions on treatment visit by the physician
and/or nurse practitioner, if the patient is having problems.
Conveys set-up instructions to co-workers and communicates
effectively with physicians on treatment concerns. Makes decisions
regarding patient scheduling and times. Communicates with patient
and families regarding treatment. Provides patient care and
initiates life support measures as necessary. Interacts effectively
with patients, physicians, family members, department staff, and
health care workers. Performs computed tomography scans simulations
(CT Sims) at a level not requiring constant supervision.
Understands simulation exam protocols. Performs simulation of
treatment area under the supervision of the Radiation Oncologist.
Essential Qualifications The individual must be able to work the
hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual
must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily
including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties
and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear,
understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These
requirements and those listed above are representative of the
knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential
job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job
functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue
hardship to the employer. Required Education,
License/Certification, or Work Experience: Associate's Graduated
from an Accredited School of Radiation Therapy Technology Radiation
Therapy (T) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Upon Hire Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work
Experience: Associate's Graduated from an Accredited School of
Radiologic Technology 1-3 years of experience as Radiation
Therapist Expectations and Standards Commitment to the daily
application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social
principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude,
Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and
sincerity. Maintain confidentiality. Work effectively in a team
environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and
ensuring a productive and efficient environment. Comply with safety
principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but
not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if
applicable. Benefits You Need & Then Some Avera is proud to offer a
wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time
employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced,
healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and
into the future. PTO available day 1 for eligible hires. Free
health insurance options, for full-time single coverage on Avera
High Deductible Health Plan Up to 5% employer matching contribution
for retirement Career development guided by hands-on training and
mentorship Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran
Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an
individual with a disability and would like to request an
accommodation for help with your online application, please call
1-605-504-4444 or send an email to talent@avera.org .
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