**It's more than a career, it's a calling** MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital **Worker Type:** Regular **Job Highlights:** **· Department: Radiation Oncology** **· Sign On Bonus: $** **20,000 WITH >1 YEAR’S EXPERIENCE, $15,000 WITH < 1 YEAR!** **Paid in full on 1st pay check! *** **· Schedule: Full time days** **· Pay Range starts at: $34.23 Daily pay available!** **· Location: MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital** **Requires ARRT-T Radiation Therapist Certification** **Relocation assistance is available for those who qualify. *** * Qualified external candidates only **Fulfill your calling and be a part of the SSM Team. Apply Today!** **Job Summary:** Under the direction of the Radiation Oncology Manager, administers ionizing radiation to the cancer patient in accordance with the prescribed parameters specified by the Radiation Oncologist. **Job Responsibilities and Requirements:** Localizes under general direction for the radiation physicists and radiation oncologists, simulates and verifies treatments. A. Takes initial diagnostic quality scout localizing films of the probable treatment area. B. Marks the patients as directed for the verification film and treatment. C. Exposes verification film using all of the parameters of an actual treatment except the amount of radiation. D. Duplicates specified diagnostic films, generates department folders and maintains appropriate filing. E. Compiles treatment information creating a technical treatment chart. F. Assists physics in obtaining contours, measurements and compensating filters. G. Knowledgeably explains the purpose of immobilization to patients and independently constructs appropriate devices. (i.e. Aquaplast masks,Alpha Cradles). 2. The licensed clinician will ensure that each patient’s status is assessed to determine the patient’s care needs and to ensure patient’s needs are reassessed in response to treatment and care provided. 3. Observe patients for unusual reactions or events. DISCLAIMER: Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. Job Specifications MINIMUM EDUCATION: Degree earned in Radiation Oncology MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: No experience required Required Course: CPR preferred CERTIFICATION: ARRT (RTT) REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS + Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) + And + ARRT-T Radiation Therapy - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) **Work Shift:** Day Shift (United States of America) **Job Type:** Employee **Department:** 8050000037 Administration **Scheduled Weekly Hours:** 40 **Benefits:** SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. + **Paid Parental Leave** **:** we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). + **Flexible Payment Options:** our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. + **Upfront Tuition Coverage** : we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Explore All Benefits (https://jobs.ssmhealth.com/us/en/benefits) _SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,_ _pregnancy, veteran status_ **_,_** _or any other characteristic protected by applicable law._ Click here to learn more. (https://www.ssmhealth.com/privacy-notices-terms-of-use/non-discrimination?\_ga=2.205881493.704955970.1667719643-240470506.1667719643)