Radiation Therapist - Abben Cancer Center

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* Location:

** Spencer, IA
** Worker Type:
** Regular
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* Work Shift:

** Day Shift (United States of America)
Spencer Hospital is proud to employ highly skilled and caring staff members. We offer competitive salaries and benefits as well as a pleasant work environment.
** Position Highlights
**** Spencer Hospital is a rural hospital located in northwest Iowa employing over 500+ employees. Positions at Spencer Hospital are not affiliated with Avera; however, we collaborate to provide services to the communities we serve. Employment offers, if accepted, are exclusively with Spencer Hospital.
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* Summary:

*** Responsible for the daily delivery of radiation treatments to cancer patients, CT simulation and initial set-up of new treatment areas, and for providing emotional and educational support for radiation oncology patients and their families
* Assists physics staff to ensure treatment records and dosimetric procedures are completed accurately. Works directly with physician at the machine and with simulation
* Performs ionizing radiation treatments, schedules patients for treatment to ensure a smooth department flow and quality care to patients
* Performs radiographic and CT procedures producing images for the interpretation by; or at least request of a licensed practitioner
* Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complementary to medical ethics
* Provides appropriate patient care and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure
** Requirements:
*** A certificate from an accredited education program in radiation therapy
* RT(T) Registered Radiation Therapist or registry eligible
* ARRT, American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, State License for Iowa
* Must demonstrate/learn an understanding of cancer, radiation biology, radiation safety and protection
* Be highly motivated & team orientated
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* Schedule:

*** Full-time benefit eligible
* 64 hours per pay period
* 8a-4:30 M-F
* Position is capable of adding an 8 hour Rad Technologist shift for a 72 hr position based on candidate's preference
* The schedule may fluctuate based upon needs of the department
** Spencer Hospital offers competitive wages, affordable insurance, IPERS retirement, in-house education, paid time off, family gym membership and so much more!
**** Please contact Spencer Hospital Human Resources for any questions at  or email hr.
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