Radiation Therapist I

Number of Hours per Rotation: In a 3 week rotation : 14 shift(s) of 7.77 hours
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band 6, $54.006 to $61.716 (5 step range)
Profile Description: Preparing, planning and delivering accurate and precise ionizing radiation treatments to cancer patients according to prescription.
GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY:
The Radiation Therapist I is responsible for preparing, planning and delivering accurate and precise ionizing radiation treatments to cancer patients according to the prescription of a Radiation Oncologist. The Radiation Therapist I reports to the Provincial Leader or Site Manager of Radiation Therapy with daily work functions supervised by a Radiation Therapist II.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Bachelor Degree/Diploma in Radiation Therapy
• Certification for Basic Life Saver (BLS)-C

Memberships:

• Licensed with College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Professionals of Saskatchewan (CMRIPS)
• Membership with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT)

Experience:

• No previous experience

Skills:

• Proficiency with a variety of computer systems and software applications.
• Ability to perform a range of Radiation Therapy methods and processes including treatment planning, simulation and treatment.
• Moderate judgment and problem solving skills are required to select the most appropriate action from a variety of alternatives.
• Ability to interpret detailed information and communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Human relations skills are required to develop formal relationships of a therapeutic nature to assist others in achieving their short or long term goals.
• Accuracy of fine motor movements required for operating treatment unit controls, tattooing patients, and data entry.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Knowledge of culturally responsive care for First Nations and Métis people.