Radiation Therapist Intern

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Provides assistance to the Radiation Therapist with normal daily treatment and simulation procedures.
As part of the training program, the intern will obtain the knowledge and expertise to perform and be responsible for simulation, initial treatment set-up, daily radiation treatments, documentation, and quality assurance.
Adheres to MercyOne’s performance expectations and performs all defined services and other related duties in accordance with the mission, vision and values of MercyOne.
What you will Do: Under the supervision of a Radiation Therapist, performs CT/Simulation of patients who will receive radiation therapy including immobilization, image acquisition, and documentation of planning parameters.
Under the supervision of a Radiation Therapists, assists in the delivery of radiation therapy treatments in accordance with the physicians’ written directive and the radiation treatment plan, including treatment plan review, image acquisition and evaluation, and proper documentation of treatment.
Under the supervision of a Radiation Therapist, assists in performing daily equipment warmup, quality assurance monitoring, and machine maintenance.
Coordinates care of patients receiving radiation therapy including communication with radiation oncology nursing and providers, adjunctive treatments such as chemotherapy, ancillary services, and transportation.
Participate in radiation oncology team meetings.
Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior.
Hours/Schedule: 80 hours biweekly (1.
0 FTE) Minimum Qualifications: Current ARRT certification in Radiologic Technology or registry eligible with certification within 6 months of hire.
Current State of Iowa Permit to Practice in Radiologic Technology or eligible with permit within 6 months of hire.
Enrolled in or accepted into an accredited Radiation Therapy training program.
2 years of experience in Radiologic Technology preferred.
Will consider a new graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
Basic Life Support Mandatory Reporter Training Must possess good communication skills.
Must possess the sensitivity and understanding needed to work with cancer patients.
Must possess the ability to work under pressure due to fluctuating workloads.
Intermediate language, intermediate math, high reasoning ability.
Personal computer.
Ability to work with a diverse group of people.
Position Highlights and Benefits: Personalized health insurance plans Health coverage effective on day one of employment Retirement plan with company match Paid time off Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Wellness programs Ministry/Facility Information: MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides expert health care to eight counties.
MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides excellent, personalized care close to home to the communities in the Cedar Valley.
With 491 licensed beds between the three medical centers, each providing 24-hour emergency lifesaving care, MercyOne is there for you in critical moments: MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center, an Area Level III Trauma Center and an accredited chest pain center MercyOne Cedar Falls Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation MercyOne Oelwein Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation With more than 2,500 colleagues, MercyOne is one of the largest employers in Northeast Iowa.
MercyOne Medical Group – Northeast Iowa is made up of more than 30 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics located throughout Black Hawk, Bremer, Buchanan, Benton, Butler, Fayette and Tama counties.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation.
Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do.
Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents.
Together, we become our best selves.
A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve.
Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.