Job Summary and Responsibilities

$5,000 sign-on bonus and $10,000 educational assistance available to external candidates!

Greets patient utilizing AIDET, verifies patient in identification, reviews chart for proper radiation treatment parameters and physician prescriptions
Informs patients and families about the treatment process and answers questions
Prepares patients for treatment. Positions equipment according to plan
Takes portal films or IGRT scans to ensure treatment protocols are accurately set up and followed
Verifies proper dosage of ionizing radiation for patient as prescribed by physician
Administers treatment to patient
Monitors patient throughout treatment process by checking video monitors and intercom
Informs physician anytime patient experiences distress or side effects related to treatment process
Records each patients’ treatment in EMR and proper notes for accurate treatment and set-up
Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the filed by reading appropriate journals, books, and other literature and attending related seminars, conferences and education opportunities
As directed by radiation oncologist, constructs immobilization devices, positions and marks patient during simulation
Work with staff in general scheduling, patient charging and order entry
Participates in scheduled chart round conferences and other quality meetings

Job Requirements

Education

Satisfactory completion of a JRCERT accredited Radiation Therapy Program

Licenses & Certifications

ARRT (T) boards completion within in 6 month of hire
BLS from the American Heart Association required upon hire

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of linear accelerators and record and verify systems
Ability to operate radiation therapy equipment
Ability to manage patients
Ability to follow oral and written instructions

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Where You'll Work

Established by the Sisters of the St. Francis in 1924, CHI Health Good Samaritan is a 268-bed regional referral center in Kearney, Neb. At CHI Health Good Samaritan, you’ll find an advanced level trauma center that also offers AirCare emergency helicopter transport and an ambulance program providing long distance and local 911 service. Among our many other services are cardiac care including open-heart surgery, a level II neonatal intensive care unit, a nationally accredited cancer center, comprehensive neurosurgery, advanced orthopedic program, and inpatient and outpatient mental health services at our free-standing Richard Young Behavioral Health facility.

Pay Range
$35.53 - $52.85 /hour

CHI Health Good Samaritan

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