NI-Lead Radiation Therapist

Pay Range: $46.10 - $69.16 / hour

Additional components of compensation may include:

• • Evening, night, and weekend shift differential
  • Overtime
  • On-call pay

Benefits information: https://careers.uwhealth.org/benefits/

 

At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have:

•    Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance

•    Annual wellness reimbursement

•    Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids

•    Tuition reimbursement for career advancement--ask about our fully funded programs!

•    Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development

•    Strong shared governance structure

•    Commitment to employee voice

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

Coordinates the delivery of clinical services to assist in patient diagnosis and treatment and oversees operations of Radiation Oncology Department ensuring quality and cost effective service. Supervises Radiation Therapy Technologist staff. Assists manager in the implementation of department and institutional strategic goals.  As needed and as directed by the Radiation Oncologist administers ionizing radiation to patients in accordance with prescription. Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental objectives, as well as, Health System initiatives.  Responsible for all billing and charges.

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

Minimum:

Graduate of an approved school of Radiation Therapy Technology program.

Preferred:

N/A

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

Minimum:

Current license from the Illinois Emergency Management Agency and current certification in Radiation Therapy from the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT).

Preferred:

N/A

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum:

At least five years experience as a technologist in a hospital radiation therapy department.

Preferred:

N/A

 

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

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Demonstrated leadership skills.

 

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Excellent communication, organization and critical-decision making skills.

 

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Good interpersonal skills