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UChicago Medicine lists this Radiation Therapist, Radiation Oncology, Registry, Days opportunity in chicago, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system,
Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, UChicago Medicine , in a patient-focused and engaging role as a Registry Radiation Therapist with our Hyde Park Radiation Oncology clinic. In this role, under the general supervision of the Radiation Oncologist, the Radiation Therapist administers ionizing radiation and participates in the planning of patients receiving radiation therapy.
Essential Job Functions
Support medical center and department policies
Perform initial set-up checks, chart QA for new set-ups, & maintain consistency in daily setups
Maintain a clean and orderly work area
Perform simulation and treatment procedures
Assist with training and evaluation of radiation therapy students
Ensure adherence to patient safety standards
Participate in the evaluation of treatment devices
Participate and support department QA and QI initiatives
Adhere to Radiation Protection guidelines at all times
Attend staff meetings and department in-services
Maintain compliance with medical center and regulatory agency standards in regard to annual training, infection control, and credentialing requirements
Support the team concept and departmental goals
Performs other duties as requested by senior management
Required Qualifications
A completed high school diploma or GED from an accredited educational body
The satisfactory completion of a formal radiation therapy program from an AMA approved educational body
Certification from the American Registry for Radiology Technologists (ARRT) or be eligible to sit for the board exam
License with the Illinois Emergency Medical Agency (IEMA)
Position Details
Job Type/FTE: PRN, 0.1 FTE
Shift: Day
Unit/Department: Radiation Oncology
CBA Code: Non-Union
About Us
We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.
UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at: UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities.
UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.
As a condition of employment, all employees are required to complete a pre-employment physical, background check, drug screening, and comply with the flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law.
Compensation & Benefits Overview
UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.
The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.
Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine.
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Worksite address
chicago, IL, 60290, US
Who can apply
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