Radiation Therapist I

Description

Come live and work in beautiful Soldotna, Alaska, where others dream of vacationing!  

Peninsula Radiation Oncology Center is looking for a service oriented, friendly, and compassionate Radiation Therapist I to join an amazing, close-knit team. Our team thrives in an uplifting environment where leaders lead with optimism, colleagues lift each other up, and recognition is part of everyday life. Whether it’s through mentoring, support systems, or celebrating achievements — we’re here to help you succeed.

Soldotna is a wonderful community offering a wide array of outdoor activities including hiking trails, fishing, boating, camping, mountain biking, and kayaking.  Every day you will enjoy stunning views of the surrounding mountains! 

Apply for an opportunity to be part of a team where your voice is valued, your growth is supported, and your work truly makes a difference!

Position Summary

The Radiation Therapist I delivers high-quality radiation therapy treatments to patients in accordance with physician prescriptions and treatment plans. This position is responsible for operating radiation equipment, accurately positioning patients, and ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout treatment sessions. The role requires adherence to clinical protocols, precise documentation of treatment data, and collaboration with the care team to achieve optimal patient outcomes. 

The Radiation Therapist I must be able to handle multiple, simultaneous tasks effectively and efficiently and are expected to demonstrate ENCORE in all communications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

•Accurately deliver the prescribed, planned course of radiation therapy under the direction of the prescribing radiation oncologist

•Observe patients for unusual reactions and recognize signs and symptoms of developing complications during treatment course. Report/consult findings to appropriate staff

•Implement care/services that recognize age, diversity, individual needs and/or issues of patients served

•Confidently explain treatment procedures to patients as they are performed in a clear, concise manner

•Ability to answer patients’ and their families’ questions and defer appropriately when such questions are outside the scope of a Radiation Therapist’s credentials or education

•Act as a representative for Radiation Business Solutions, Anchorage Radiation Oncology Center, and Auroura Integrated Oncology Foundation in the community, showcasing ENCORE values

•Reviews charges for accuracy and compliance with billing practices

•Compliant with HIPAA practices

•Maintain department records of daily treatment.

•Review charts regularly for accuracy and perform audits as directed

•Participate in code blue drills

•Follow effective infection control procedures.

•Responsible for daily warm-up procedures for treatment equipment for quality assurance

•Apply principles of ALARA to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others

•Complete morning QA unsupervised, reports errors, and makes appropriate corrective care

•Perform CT and clinical simulations accurately and efficiently

•Prepare simulation rooms based on diagnostic notes

•Order clinical blocks through dotDecimal

•Understand and apply computerized treatment plans

•Troubleshoot and resolve machine errors as needed

•Communicate patient changes to senior therapists or supervisors

•Open and close the center in compliance with facility policies

•Ensure adherence to billing rules and regulations

Other Expectations/Skills

•A collaborative approach to assisting clients and staff.

•Self-motivated with the ability to solve problems.

•General knowledge of health information system – ARIA/MOSAIQ

•Reliable and extremely trustworthy.

•Ability to maintain confidential and meticulous records.

•Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 

•Familiar with ASTRO-ROILs reporting platform

•Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.  

•Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

•Adaptability and willingness to remain flexible when changes occur

•Exhibit ENCORE values

Key Attributes

ENCORE Values

Encourage others’ success

New ideas; anticipate problems

Create financial value for our clients

Ownership towards a solution

Reach Life Balance

Embody a positive approach

Requirements

•Graduate of JRCERT Accredited Radiation Therapy Program or equivalent 

•Healthcare Provider BLS Certified

•Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field (preferred)

•Experience in healthcare or oncology (preferred).

•Current certification and/or licensure as a Radiation Therapist (RT(R)) through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

• Ability to lift/carry up to 25 pounds.  
• Ability to sit/stand for long periods of time.  
• Good manual dexterity with the ability to perform repetitive hand/wrist motions.  
• Requires mastery of complex language, comprehension, reasoning, and analytical skills typically found in mid to high-level work. 
• May require flexible hours based on patient needs, including evenings or weekends.
• Typical clinic environment
• Moderate noise levels

Disclaimer: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. The company is an equal opportunity employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.