Radiation Therapist

Pay Range: $50.65 - $75.49Radiation Oncology - Bend, Oregon This position is within the OFNHP bargaining unit. Step placement is determined by years of experience.Shift differentials under the OFNHP are currently as follows: Evening: $2.50/hr.Weekend: $4/hr.Night: Starts at $10/hr.Relocation Assistance: This role offers in-state or out-of-state relocation assistance for candidates with one year of relevant experience who have not worked at St. Charles Health System in the last year.ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEMJOB DESCRIPTIONTITLE:                                         Radiation TherapistREPORTS TO POSITION:        Radiation Therapy SupervisorDEPARTMENT:                         Cancer Services-Radiation TherapyDATE LAST REVIEWED:          2/26/18OUR VISION:               Creating America’s healthiest community, togetherOUR MISSION:            In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better valueOUR VALUES:             Accountability, Caring and TeamworkDEPARTMENTAL SUMMARY:The cancer center at St. Charles Health System is a comprehensive cancer center that provides holistic care to our patients.  The cancer center provides chemotherapy, medical oncology, infusion services, radiation therapy, integrative medicine, nutrition, social work, survivorship and other supportive care treatments.  All of our staff support our patients in the various stages of their treatments. POSITION OVERVIEW:The Radiation Therapist accurately delivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy with minimal supervision.  Assists the physician and fellow caregivers in maintaining optimum care and treatment of the radiation therapy patient.  Works in conjunction with the staff to maintain efficient patient flow.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:Accurately delivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy with minimal supervision.Understands fully the function of the treatment machines/simulators and accessory equipment in order to utilize equipment to optimal capabilities.May occasionally perform routine tumor localizations, simulations, and treatment planning procedures.Prepares and maintains treatment record for an accurate record of patient’s daily treatments.Observes the clinical progress of the patient and any unusual reactions and recognizes symptoms of developing complications during treatment.Assures that safe and proper operation and maintenance of th...