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Job Description
The Radiation Therapy Aide strategically prioritizes multiple job duties in a fast-paced environment, effectively and efficiently. Performs various clerical, electronic, and patient care duties to facilitate the proper flow of patients in the department. Some job duties include assisting radiation therapists and department personnel with patient and departmental needs, including assisting personnel at the reception desk, assisting with patient transport, transferring patients via wheelchair or cart, cleaning and stocking supplies in the department, and performing other supporting duties. Under the direction of staff radiation therapists, the Radiation Therapy Aide assists in providing daily care of cancer patients, in the delivery of radiation treatments, including helping with patient setups, providing lift assistance, cleaning equipment and patient devices, escorting patients to and from the waiting rooms, contacting support personnel as needed for treatment, as well as other tasks necessary to improve patient throughput. They demonstrate positive communication and interpersonal skills. Must be self-motivated and flexible to change with the needs of the department. Ability to work varied hours and shift lengths, including weekends, evenings, and holidays at various locations outside of their required educational clinical hours.
Qualifications
The Radiation Therapy Aide job requires a minimal level of education: a high school diploma and 2 years of college education, specifically the prerequisites for a Radiation Therapy Program. This job requires the employee to be a current student in the Radiation Therapy program at Mayo Clinic in Arizona and maintain student status for the duration of the position. The Radiation Therapist Aide job requires the ability to learn and apply complex procedures, knowledge of Radiation Oncology, and good communication/interpersonal skills. BLS Required within 90 days.
About Us
Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
Benefits Highlights
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.
Equal Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
