Radiation Therapist - $40-60 per hour

Memorial Hermann Health System is seeking a Radiation Therapist for a job in Houston, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Radiation Therapist
• Discipline : Allied Health Professional
• Duration : Ongoing
• 40 hours per week
• Shift : 8 hours
• Employment Type : Staff

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

Position responsible for radiation safety for outpatient and inpatient imaging under direction of a Physicist.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education : Graduate of an accredited school of Radiological Technology; Bachelor's degree in healthcare-related degree preferred.

Licenses / Certifications : Registered Radiological Technologist by the American Registry of Radiological Technologist and Licensed by the Texas Department of Health; Strongly prefer National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists (NRRPT) certification.

Experience / Knowledge / Skills :

Five (5) to 10 years of experience in Radiology working in a technologist role.

Two (2) years of experience working with Radiation Safety preferred; ability to work under direction of Physicist.

Excellent written, interpersonal, and presentation skills

Ability to work collaboratively with Healthcare professionals at all levels to achieve established goals and improve quality outcomes.

Principal Accountabilities

Perform monthly nuclear medicine audits and tracks results.

Review radiation monitoring reports. Investigate unusual exposures.

Maintains radiation monitoring device rosters for the assigned hospitals and clinics.

Serves as Radiation Safety Officer for registrations as assigned.

Gathers information and performs ACR annual evaluations of nuclear medicine cameras and PET / CT units for licenses as assigned.

Prepares sites for state inspections (pre-inspections) and assists during the inspections. (Radiology, nuclear medicine, mammography, radiation therapy).

Updates system lists for registrations, licenses, etc.

Prepares state required annual report for all personnel who receive an occupational dose greater than 100 mrem.

Assists in in-service training of nursing personnel and other medical staff.

Prepares power point presentations for RSO as required.

Performs sealed source inventories and wipe test reports.

Tests ancillary nuclear medicine equipment for accuracy, constancy and statistical variability.

Attends radiation safety committee meetings and other meetings as required.

Coordinates regulatory inspections and monitors results.

Assists RSO with state correspondences to include new registration on licenses, amendments to licenses, inspection corrective action, etc.

Assists RSO in investigating unusual occurrences that involved unnecessary radiation exposure.

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.

Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.

Other duties as assigned.

Memorial Hermann Health System Job ID #100176835. Posted job title : radiation safety coordinator

About Memorial Hermann Health System

Company Overview :

Charting a better future. A future that’s built upon the HEALTH of our community. This is the driving force for Memorial Hermann, redefining health care for the individuals and many diverse populations we serve. Our 6,600+ affiliated physicians and 33,000+ employees practice the highest standards of safe, evidence-based, quality care to provide a personalized and outcome-oriented experience across our more than 270 care delivery sites. As one of the largest not-for-profit health systems in Southeast Texas, Memorial Hermann has an award-winning and nationally acclaimed Accountable Care Organization, 17

Our Mission

Memorial Hermann Health System is a non-profit, values-driven, community-owned health system dedicated to improving health.

Our Vision

To create healthier communities, now and for generations to come.

Our Values

Community : We value diversity and inclusion and commit to being the best healthcare provider, employer and partner.

Compassion : We understand our privileged role in people's lives and care for everyone with kindness and respect.

Credibility : We conduct ourselves and our business responsibly and prioritize safety, quality and service when making decisions.

Courage : We act bravely to innovate and achieve world-class experience and outcomes for patients, consumers, partners and the community.

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