Physician - Radiation Therapy jobs in West Jordan, UT

Physician - Radiation Therapy uses radiation to treat patients with cancer. Develops an individual treatment plan based on the patient's medical history, physical examination, review of laboratory tests, X-ray studies, and biopsies. Being a Physician - Radiation Therapy works with medical radiation physicists and dosimetrists to calculate and deliver the exact dose of radiation to the cancer tissue. Requires a MD degree from an accredited school. Additionally, Physician - Radiation Therapy requires a valid state license to practice. May report to a medical director. Physician - Radiation Therapy's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Radiation Therapist
  • University of Utah Health
  • SALT LAKE CITY, UT FULL_TIME
  • Overview

    As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

    This position performs radiation therapy and radiographic procedures involving the application of X-rays and radioactive substances to patients. The incumbent operates specialized X-ray equipment as prescribed by the physician, keeps treatment records and prepares operational reports as required. This position is responsible for providing direct patient care and also applies ionizing radiation to patients in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the radiation oncologist.

    Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.

    Responsibilities

    • Performs radiation therapy treatments.
    • Explains treatment procedures to patients.
    • Prepares the treatment room and equipment, transfers patients to treatment area, and positions patients for treatment.
    • Checks daily treatment parameters; delivers the prescribed dosage; and maintains treatment records in the patient's electronic medical chart.
    • Performs weekly checks of the patient's electronic chart for completeness and accuracy.
    • Photographs patients in the treatment position and observes patients for unusual skin reactions and side effects of treatment.
    • Performs tumor localization using image guidance modalities.
    • Maintains supplies and custom treat devices in the treatment room.
    • Schedules patients for treatment on treatment machines.
    • Performs daily quality and safety checks of the Linear Accelerator and other treatment equipment.
    • Teaches clinical intern students.
    • Performs service recovery as needed.

    Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

    • Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
    • Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
    • Ability to perform verification checks and apply quality assurance procedures to ensure accuracy of dose calculations.
    • The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
    • The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of life-span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
    • Ability to follow department policies, procedures and checklists to ensure safe, accurate treatments.
    • Ability to bill correctly for procedures performed.
    • Ability to review and understand a treatment plan to accurately treat patients.

    Qualifications

    Qualifications

    Licenses Required

    • Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
    • Current licensure to practice as a Radiologic Technologist in the State of Utah.
    • Credentialed in Radiation Therapy Technology by the American Registry of Radiology (ARRT).
    * Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.

    Qualifications (Preferred)

    Working Conditions and Physical Demands

    Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.

    • This position involves intensive work that may exert up to 100 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects, such as medical equipment, or patients while providing medical care.

    Physical Requirements

    Color Determination, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Pulling and/or Pushing, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Walking
  • 23 Days Ago

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Radiation Therapist
  • Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County
  • Springs, WY OTHER
  • MHSC is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identi...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Work Virtually | Speech Therapy in Wyoming
  • ProCare Therapy
  • Springs, WY FULL_TIME
  • Minimum 1 years speech therapy experience required.Wyoming| Virtual Speech Language Pathologist Opening for 23/24 School YearRequirements:Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology Current Wyoming S...
  • 5 Days Ago

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Occupational Therapy Assistant - FT/PRN
  • Remedy Therapy
  • Springs, WY FULL_TIME
  • Position: Occupational Therapy AssistantSupervisor: Director of Rehabilitation and Occupational TherapistEssential Qualifications:• Associates Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program...
  • 6 Days Ago

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Physical Therapy Aide
  • Wasatch Physical Therapy
  • Farmington, UT PART_TIME
  • Wasatch Physical Therapy is seeking a physical therapy aide to join our team. We have locations in Ogden, Roy, Layton and Farmington. As an aide, you will work under the direct supervision of the Phys...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Physical Therapy Technician
  • Utah Physical Therapy, Inc
  • Centerville, UT PART_TIME
  • About Our CompanyAt Utah Physical Therapy, we are committed to providing unparalleled patient care, dedicated to assisting individuals on their journey to recovery. We understand the challenges posed ...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Locum | Physician Psychiatry
  • Weatherby Healthcare
  • West Jordan, UT
  • Job Description If you are seeking a new opportunity or would simply like to learn more about locum tenens, give Weather...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Locum | Physician Radiology
  • Weatherby Healthcare
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • Job Description Interested? Give Weatherby a call today and speak with one of our specialty-specific consultants for ava...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants
  • DispatchHealth Management
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • How You'll Make an Impact: We are hiring Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants with acute care experience in ER, ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Hourly Physician Assistant
  • Premise Health Systems
  • Spanish Fork, UT
  • Healthcare Without Rival Premise offers a wide range of dynamic, purpose-driven career opportunities. We are currently l...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Medical Officer (Physician)
  • Department of Defense
  • Hill Afb, UT
  • Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for IMPORTANT additional information. This position will su...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physician Assistant
  • ExpressCare Guam
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • Job Description Job Description Practice in Paradise... on a tropical island that is still part of the USA! A once-in-a-...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Family Medicine Physician
  • HIKINEX
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • Job Description Job Description CLIENT SUMMARY: Our client is a mission-driven organization dedicated to serving a diver...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physicians
  • International Medical Placement, Ltd.
  • Medical Center is seeking a BE/BC Family or Internal Medicine physician to join an established, successful Hospital Affi...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

West Jordan is a city in Salt Lake County, Utah, United States. It is a rapidly growing suburb of Salt Lake City and has a mixed economy. According to the 2010 Census, the city had a population of 103,712, placing it as the fourth most populous in the state. The city occupies the southwest end of the Salt Lake Valley at an elevation of 4,330 feet (1,320 m). Named after the nearby Jordan River, the limits of the city begin on the river's western bank and end in the eastern foothills of the Oquirrh Mountains, where Kennecott Copper Mine, the world's largest man-made excavation is located. Settle...
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Income Estimation for Physician - Radiation Therapy jobs
$395,262 to $529,257
West Jordan, Utah area prices
were up 2.3% from a year ago

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