Radiation Therapy Assistant Job at The University of Kansas Health System (Kansas City)

Radiation Therapy Assistant

The Radiation Therapy Assistant assists Radiation Therapists in the care of pati...

Location

United States , Kansas City

Salary:

Not provided

The University of Kansas Health System

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

High School Graduate
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)

Job Responsibility

Provides constant patient observation while in immediate care area
Coordinates information between nursing unit and the Radiation Therapy staff
Accesses patient information in the EMR prior to patient’s treatment and presents to Radiation Therapy staff for review
Enters information into O2/ARIA to assist Radiation Therapists
Maintains a patient-centered focus and strives to support the mission, goals and values of the hospital, department and division
Prepares treatment rooms before and after patient exam to assist with efficient and timely room turnover
Transport patients to and from Radiation Oncology department
Attends to patient’s comfort during transport and in the Radiation Oncology department
Performs daily work assignments in an efficient, organized manner and with accuracy, such as assisting with inpatient/outpatient schedule coordination of patients
Provides education to patients, patient families, and nursing units regarding radiation therapy procedures

Fulltime

Radiation Therapy Assistant

The Radiation Therapy Assistant assists Radiation Therapists in the care of pati...

Location

United States , Kansas City

Salary:

Not provided

The University of Kansas Health System

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

High School Graduate
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
Ability to use computer systems, retrieving data when necessary

Job Responsibility

Provides constant patient observation while in immediate care area
Coordinates information between nursing unit and the Radiation Therapy staff
Accesses patient information in the EMR prior to patient’s treatment and presents to Radiation Therapy staff for review
Enters information into O2/ARIA to assist Radiation Therapists
Maintains a patient-centered focus and strives to support the mission, goals and values of the hospital, department and division
Prepares treatment rooms before and after patient exam to assist with efficient and timely room turnover
Transport patients to and from Radiation Oncology department
Attends to patient’s comfort during transport and in the Radiation Oncology department
Performs daily work assignments in an efficient, organized manner and with accuracy, such as assisting with inpatient/outpatient schedule coordination of patients
Provides education to patients, patient families, and nursing units regarding radiation therapy procedures

Fulltime

Radiation Therapy Assistant

The Radiation Therapy Assistant assists Radiation Therapists in the care of pati...

Location

United States , Overland Park

Salary:

Not provided

The University of Kansas Health System

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

High School Graduate
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
Ability to use computer systems, retrieving data when necessary

Job Responsibility

Provides constant patient observation while in immediate care area
Coordinates information between nursing unit and the Radiation Therapy staff
Accesses patient information in the EMR prior to patient’s treatment and presents to Radiation Therapy staff for review
Enters information into O2/ARIA to assist Radiation Therapists
Prepares treatment rooms before and after patient exam
Transport patients to and from Radiation Oncology department
Attends to patient’s comfort during transport and in the Radiation Oncology department
Performs daily work assignments in an efficient, organized manner and with accuracy
Provides education to patients, patient families, and nursing units regarding radiation therapy procedures
Retrieves and/or creates patients’ electronic folders and accesses reports and other patient or exam data via O2 and ARIA

Fulltime

Radiation Therapy Assistant

The Radiation Therapy Assistant assists Radiation Therapists in the care of pati...

Location

United States , Olathe

Salary:

Not provided

The University of Kansas Health System

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

High School Graduate
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
Ability to use computer systems, retrieving data when necessary

Job Responsibility

Provides constant patient observation while in immediate care area
Coordinates information between nursing unit and the Radiation Therapy staff
Accesses patient information in the EMR prior to patient’s treatment and presents to Radiation Therapy staff for review
Enters information into O2/ARIA to assist Radiation Therapists
Maintains a patient-centered focus and strives to support the mission, goals and values of the hospital, department and division
Prepares treatment rooms before and after patient exam to assist with efficient and timely room turnover
Transport patients to and from Radiation Oncology department
Attends to patient’s comfort during transport and in the Radiation Oncology department
Performs daily work assignments in an efficient, organized manner and with accuracy
Provides education to patients, patient families, and nursing units regarding radiation therapy procedures

Fulltime

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant- Radiation Oncology

Join us and reimagine health care. Advocate Health, the third-largest nonprofit ...

Location

United States , Aurora

Salary:

54.90 - 82.35 USD / Hour

Advocate Aurora Health

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Physician Assistant license issued by the state in which the caregiver practices
Physician Assistant (PA-C) certification issued by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the caregiver practices
Nurse Practitioner (ANCC) certification issued by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or Nurse Practitioner (AANP) certification issued by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration issued by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Registration
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)
Bachelor's Degree in Physician Assistant
Master's Degree in Nursing
Demonstrated high level of clinical proficiency, and excellent decision-making skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as an effective member of a health care team

Job Responsibility

Evaluates, diagnoses, treats, and manages acute, critical and chronic patients illness and diseases within both an outpatient clinic and inpatient hospital setting
Obtains medical histories, conducts physical examinations and assesses and determines differential diagnosis
Prescribes medication, therapy and treatments accordingly
Interprets and evaluates patient data for the purpose of determining management and treatment of patients
Performs minor surgeries and routine procedures
Consults with physician as appropriate
Orders, performs, and interprets diagnostic studies
Adjusts patient care plan by reviewing and monitoring treatments and therapy plans
Counsels, instructs and educates patients on physical and mental health
Provides care coordination, which includes managing a variety of ancillary services, pre-operative plans, discharge planning, provider referrals and medical devices

What we offer

Continuing medical education flexibility
Access to fully integrated continuum of care
Practice at top of licensure
Structured on-boarding program
On-going professional development
Competitive salary and benefits
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

Parttime

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant- Radiation Oncology

Join us and reimagine health care. Advocate Health, the third-largest nonprofit ...

Location

United States , Aurora

Salary:

54.90 - 82.35 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Physician Assistant license issued by the state in which the caregiver practices
Physician Assistant (PA-C) certification issued by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the caregiver practices
Nurse Practitioner (ANCC) certification issued by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), or Nurse Practitioner (AANP) certification issued by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration issued by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Registration
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA). May obtain within 6 months based on department discretion
Bachelor's Degree in Physician Assistant
Master's Degree in Nursing
Demonstrated high level of clinical proficiency, and excellent decision-making skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as an effective member of a health care team

Job Responsibility

Evaluates, diagnoses, treats, and manages acute, critical and chronic patients illness and diseases within both an outpatient clinic and inpatient hospital setting. The main focus will be clinic based
Obtains medical histories, conducts physical examinations and assesses and determines differential diagnosis. Prescribes medication, therapy and treatments accordingly
Interprets and evaluates patient data for the purpose of determining management and treatment of patients. Performs minor surgeries and routine procedures. Consults with physician as appropriate. Orders, performs, and interprets diagnostic studies in the field of clinical specialty trained and determined competent by a physician
Adjusts patient care plan by reviewing and monitoring treatments and therapy plans. Counsels, instructs and educates patients on physical and mental health including: diet, preventive health measures, health behaviors, self-care skills, disease, treatment options, and normal growth and development
Provides care coordination, which includes managing a variety of ancillary services, pre-operative plans, discharge planning, provider referrals and medical devices such as insulin pumps, defibrillators, and pacemakers
Prescribes, recommends and regulates pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies across multiple care settings, including controlled medications that are warranted by patient's diagnosis or changing medical condition
Prepares, dictates and signs patient care plans and summaries of patient care. Maintains records according to established standards and guidelines
Provides clinical direction to nursing staff regarding the continued care of patients. Follows through with nursing staff to ensure patient receives recommended care
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures

What we offer

Continuing medical education flexibility
Access to fully integrated continuum of care
Structured on-boarding program for new graduates and practicing APCs
Variety of opportunities
On-going professional development
Competitive salary and benefits
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

Parttime

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant- Radiation Oncology

Join us and reimagine health care. Advocate Health, the third-largest nonprofit ...

Location

United States , Aurora

Salary:

54.90 - 82.35 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Physician Assistant license issued by the state in which the caregiver practices
Physician Assistant (PA-C) certification issued by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the caregiver practices
Nurse Practitioner (ANCC) certification issued by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
Nurse Practitioner (AANP) certification issued by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration issued by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Registration
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)
Bachelor's Degree in Physician Assistant
Master's Degree in Nursing
Demonstrated high level of clinical proficiency, and excellent decision-making skills

Job Responsibility

Evaluates, diagnoses, treats, and manages acute, critical and chronic patients illness and diseases within both an outpatient clinic and inpatient hospital setting
Obtains medical histories, conducts physical examinations and assesses and determines differential diagnosis
Prescribes medication, therapy and treatments accordingly
Interprets and evaluates patient data for the purpose of determining management and treatment of patients
Performs minor surgeries and routine procedures
Consults with physician as appropriate
Orders, performs, and interprets diagnostic studies
Adjusts patient care plan by reviewing and monitoring treatments and therapy plans
Counsels, instructs and educates patients on physical and mental health
Provides care coordination, which includes managing a variety of ancillary services, pre-operative plans, discharge planning, provider referrals and medical devices

What we offer

Continuing medical education flexibility
Access to fully integrated continuum of care
Structured on-boarding program
On-going professional development
Competitive salary and benefits
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

Parttime

Radiation Therapist

As a Radiation Therapist, you will be responsible for accurately delivering pres...

Location

United States , Burien

Salary:

59.71 - 82.43 USD / Hour

American Nursing Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited program in Radiation Therapy Technology., upon hire
Medical Radiographer: WA, upon hire
Registered Technologist Radiation Therapy, upon hire
Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire
One year of directly related work experience that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities

Job Responsibility

Accurately delivering prescribed courses of radiation therapy to cancer patients, ensuring clinical precision and patient comfort
Meticulously positioning patients, operating sophisticated radiation equipment, performing daily quality assurance checks, and carefully monitoring patients throughout treatment, providing support and clear communication
Performs treatment assessment and planning to all patient groups in accordance with the physician treatment plan
Simulates the patient treatment position for radiation delivery in CT room according to physician’s treatment parameter orders
Constructs various patient immobilization devices per physician orders
Follows department dosimetry guidelines to calculate monitor units for the linear accelerator per physician prescription, when necessary
Delivers treatment to all patient groups using a linear accelerator in accordance with the physician treatment plan
Prepares patient for treatment by assisting in directing or transporting patient to treatment room

What we offer

Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually)
Tuition reimbursement
Retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings

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