Radiation Therapist - Radiation Oncology Tech

Company: Sentara
Location: Norfolk
Posted on: January 23, 2023

Job Description:

City/StateNorfolk, VAOverviewWork ShiftFirst (Days) (United States of America)Sentara Healthcare is currently hiring for a Radiation Therapist to work at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, a Level One Trauma Center in Norfolk, VA. Generous Sign On Bonus up to 10K for full-time and 5K for part-time for qualified candidates!Hours/Shift:Full-time, dayshift hours. Rotating start time dependent on patient volume, hours will fall between 6am and 5:30pmDepartment/Position Overview:Are you looking to test your skills and learn new ones? Join our fast-paced team to work with complex patients with high acuity. Our engaged team is there to help you provide the best care for our patients. We promise, you will never be bored!This position will provide radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by a Radiation Oncologist according to established practices and standards. Duties may include reviewing prescription and diagnosis; acting as liaison with physician and supportive care personnel; preparing equipment, such as immobilization, treatment, and protection devices; and maintaining records, reports, and files.New graduates are required to pass boards within 6 months of hire. Applicants who completed an approved certification program prior to 2016 in lieu of associates degree will also be considered.Facility Highlights:For the team at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, serving as a mid-Atlantic destination medical center means caring for both our patients and our community with world-class services and outreach.We are one of just five Level I trauma centers in Virginia, home to theNightingale Regional Air Ambulance, the region's first Magnet hospital, and feature a leading heart program atSentara Heart Hospital. Our large, 525-bed medical center serves as the primary teaching institution for the adjacent Eastern Virginia Medical School (EVMS). We partner with EVMS to offer the latest innovations in technology, research and clinical care.Click here to learn more about Sentara Norfolk General Hospital!Sentara Benefits:Sentara offers an attractive array of full-time benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Paid Family Leave, Emergency Caregiver Leave,Sick Time, Tuition and Certification Assistance, Student Loan Paydown,a 401k/403B with matching funds, 401a, Performance Plus Bonus, Career Advancement Opportunities, Work Perks, and more.Our success is supported by a family-friendly culture that encourages community involvement and creates unlimited opportunities for development and growth. Sentara employees strive to make our communities healthier places to live. We're setting the standard for medical excellence within a vibrant, creative, and highly productive workplace. For more information about our employee benefits, https://www.sentaracareers.com/explore-sentara/benefits/Be a part of an excellent healthcare organization that cares about our People, Quality, Patient Safety, Service, and Integrity. Join a team that has a mission to improve health every day and a vision to be the healthcare choice of the communities that we serve!Keywords: Radiation Tech, Radiation, Radiation Department, Oncology, Radiation Oncology, Monster, Clinical Non-Nursing, Talroo-Allied Health, #IndeedJob SummaryProvide radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by a Radiation Oncologist according to established practices and standards. Duties may include reviewing prescription and diagnosis; acting as liaison with physician and supportive care personnel; preparing equipment, such as immobilization, treatment, and protection devices; and maintaining records, reports, and files.Qualifications:ALD - Associate's Level Degree: Radiologic Technology (Required)ARRT Radiation Therapy(T) - Other/National, Basic Life Support (BLS) - Other/NationalSkillsSentara Healthcare prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.Per Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), some clinical environments require proof of education; these regulations are posted at ecfr.gov for further information. In an effort to expedite this verification requirement, we encourage you to upload your diploma or transcript at time of application.
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