Radiation Therapist
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MHSC is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, mental or physical disability or uniformed services status. MHSC is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that recognizes the contributions and supports the advancement of all because an inclusive environment can enhance the quality of healthcare, improve hospital/community relations, and positively affect the health status of society. No candidate will be rejected based on any of the above or any disability that, with reasonable accommodation, does not prevent performance of the essential job duties.
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MHSC is committed to the “Planetree” methodology of “Person-Centered Care”. Person-Centered Care is more than hospitality. It is more than amenities and inviting surroundings. Person-Centered Care is an evidence-based framework for improved patient and family engagement, better clinical outcomes, increased staff retention/ recruitment, and high value care. Person-Centered Care creates workplaces that energize and inspire joy. It places patients and caregivers at the center of the care experience and unites communities around health and wellness. This approach also focuses on supporting the professional and personal aspirations of healthcare professionals who can more effectively care for others when they feel cared for themselves.
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JOB SUMMARY
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Assumes responsibility for the training of all radiation therapists relative to technical aspects of treatment and simulation, including operation of radiation therapy equipment. This position is also responsible in the delivery of patient care.
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Recognize the signs and symptoms of developing complications during treatment and know when to withhold treatment until the patient is seen by the Radiation Oncologist.
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Check all charts of patients under treatment at regular intervals to eliminate dosage errors, arithmetical errors, or errors of intention. Ensure that blood counts are satisfactory and recorded. Maintain clinical competencies for assigned clinical area and provide treatment as needed. Participates in the recording of required unit records, reports, and statistics for administrative purposes, demonstrates compliance with established hospital policies, procedures, objectives, PI(Performance Improvement), safety, environmental and infection control.
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JOB QUALIFICATIONS
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