Radiation Therapist $7,500

Intermountain Health
US - Colorado - St. Marys Regional Hospital
April 29, 2025

The Radiation Therapist is responsible for administration of ionizing radiation for therapeutic purposes in accordance with the prescription of the Radiation Oncologist and is accountable for the simulation of patients in preparation of radiation therapy, basic patient care and education.

To show our commitment to you and to assist with your transition into our organization, we will also offer up to a $7,500 sign-on bonus, if applicable.

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Posting Specifics

Shift Details:
Full-time (36 Hours), Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:
30pm

Unit/Location:
St.
Mary's Regional Hospital

Additional Details:
Please review Minimum Qualifications listed below before applying.

Are you interested in advancing your career while helping people live the healthiest lives possible? As a Radiation Therapist at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our clinical team, ensuring our patients receive the best care.
At Intermountain, you will be part of a team that values career advancement, innovation and collaboration, where your skills are valued, and your contributions make a lasting impact.

What does it mean to be a caregiver with Intermountain? Check out this video and learn more and discover the 'Power of We.
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Grand Junction has a lot to offer your career and lifestyle.
Cost of living is excellent, sunshine is abundant, and the area boasts great biking, hiking, boating, golfing, and skiing in the natural beauty of our red rock landscape.
Our charming downtown area is full of great shops, restaurants, art galleries and so much more.

St.
Mary's Regional Hospital is part of Intermountain Health a nonprofit healthcare organization that focuses on person-centered care.
St.
Mary's Regional Hospital is the only Cancer Center in the region with accreditations from American Society for Radiation Oncology Program for Excellence (APEx), Commission on Cancer (COC), National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC), and Center of Excellence for Lung Cancer Excellence Award (GO2).

As a Radiation Therapist at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our clinical team, ensuring our patients receive the best care by:

Checks prescription, diagnosis, chart and patient identification.
Explains procedures to the patients, reinforcing the radiation oncologists and/or nurses instructions regarding reactions to the treatment and their care.
Prepares room and equipment for the patient according to the prescription, i.
e.
, immobilization devices, blocks, field sizes etc.
Transfers patients as needed.
Verifies the treatment Mus and beam energy in the treatment chart noting any prescribed adjustments.
Documents treatment Mus cumulative dose, site specific doses, treatment parameters, instructions, diagrams, photos, and all billing information.
Performs treatment simulation and all that it requires for procedure (including cerrobend block fabrication).
Develops x-rays and port films as needed, filing as needed.
Observes and inquires of the patient any unusual reactions or events.
Assists in maintaining order and cleanliness of the unit.
Maintains appropriate stock levels.
Completes daily, progress and discharge documentation according to departmental standards.
Accurately documents productivity information.
Participates in quality and patient safety initiatives.
Identifies potential areas for improvement including processes that could be streamlined or revised to improve patient satisfaction.
Identifies potential safety hazards that may create problems for patients and/or staff, and takes appropriate actions.
Documents patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider.
Escalates non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the practice manager or healthcare provider(s).
Ensures safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited radiation therapy program, required
ARRT and RT(T) certifications in radiation therapy, required
Current license in state of practice, required if applicable
Current BLS certification, required

PreferredQualifications

Physical Requirements:

Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
• and -Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
• and -Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy.
This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
• and -Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients.
Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment.
Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
• and -Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment.
This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items.
Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc).
• and -May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

Location:

St.
Marys Regional Hospital

Work City:

Grand Junction

Work State:

Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

The hourly range for this position is listed below.
Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$45.
32 - $69.
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We care about your well-being - mind, body, and spirit - which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.
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