Radiation Therapist

Radiation TherapistRadiation Therapist Houston, TX 77030 Salary: $88000 to $124 K Sign on Bonus: $1500.00 Job type: Full time Benefits: Yes Must-Haves:Licenses/Certifications: Certified Radiation Therapist by the American Registry of Radiation Therapy Technologists (ARRT-T), or temporary certification for recent graduates, up to 60 days post-graduation and licensed by the Texas Department of Health (CMRT)1-2 years experience in Radiation Therapy3-5 years Radiation Therapy experienceNice-To-Haves3+ years experience in Radiation TherapyJob Description Minimum Qualifications:Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiation Therapy TechnologyLicenses/Certifications: Certified Radiation Therapist by the American Registry of Radiation Therapy Technologists (ARRT-T), or temporary certification for recent graduates, up to 60 days post-graduation and licensed by the Texas Department of Health (CMRT)Experience / Knowledge / Skills:Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients in conjunction with others in order to perform job functions.Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of we advance health through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results while ensuring one Memorial Hermann.Principal Accountabilities:Simulates treatment set-ups according to physician instruction.Performs dosimetric calculations under the supervision of a physicist or dosimetrist, using either manual or computerized dose calculations.Accurately delivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy.Assists in Brach therapy procedures. Warms up treatment machines/simulator and checks all safety and operational procedures; reports any erratic operation to the physicist.Checks the laser positioning to ensure proper alignment.Verifies dose through barometer and thermometer measurements; reports any discrepancies to physicist.Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.Benefits:DENTAL INSURANCEMEDICAL INSURANCEVISION INSURANCELIFE INSURANCERETIREMENTPAID TIME OFF