RADIATION THERAPIST I
Job Details
- RHA Job Number:
- GO-00750971-2
- Number of Vacancies:
- 1
- Profession:
- Radiation Therapist
- Organization:
- Saskatchewan Cancer Agency
- Facility Name:
- CARE SERVICES - REGINA
- Department:
- RADIATION THERAPY
- Employment Type:
- Permanent
- Employment Term:
- Full Time
- Posting Date:
- April 10, 2024
- Closing Date:
- April 10, 2025 17:00
- Hours of Work:
- Shift Information: Days
108.78 hours per 3 week rotation: 14 shifts of 7.77 hours - Rate of Pay:
- Pay Band 6 $46.886 to $53.579 (5 step range)
- Union:
- SGEU-SCA
Job Description
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.
Job Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor Degree/Diploma in Radiation Therapy
- Certification for Basic Life Saver (BLS)-C
- Licensed with Saskatchewan Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (SAMRT)
- Membership with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT)
Experience
No previous experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to interpret detailed information and communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Ability to perform a range of Radiation Therapy methods and processes including treatment planning, simulation and treatment.
- Accuracy of fine motor movements required for operating treatment unit controls, tattooing patients, and data entry.
- Human relations skills are required to develop formal relationships of a therapeutic nature to assist others in achieving their short or long term goals
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Moderate Judgment and problem solving skills are required to select the most appropriate action from a variety of alternatives.
- Proficiency with a variety of computer systems and software applications
Additional Information
Geographic Location: Regina
Expected Start Date: May 1, 2024
FTE®: 1.00
This posting will remain Open until Filled.
Organization & Community
- EMPLOYER:
- Saskatchewan Cancer Agency
- COMMUNITY:
- Regina
- HOURS TO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT:
- 0
- COMMUNITY WEBSITE:
- http://tourismregina.com/
Community Description
Regina is the capital of Saskatchewan, Canada and is a beautiful oasis on the prairies with a steadily growing population exceeding 250,000. According to MacLean's Best Communities in Canada 2019, Regina came in second in the Prairies and 74th across the country, scoring well in population growth, commute, amenities and culture. Regina was Canada’s 33rd fastest-growing community in 2019, adding 12.7 per cent more residents over the past five years. Regina is known for its generous, friendly people and rich community pride. This welcoming prairie city has an abundance of parks, sports and recreational facilities, bicycle pathways, family attractions and an exceptional quality of life. The United Nations have awarded Regina as a ‘Tree City of the World’ for the second year in a row.