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Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) jobs in Kentucky

Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) II administers radiation therapy by exposing specific areas of the patient's body to prescribed doses of radiation. Maintains patient charts, noting such information as the area treated, the radiation dosage, equipment control settings, the patient's reactions, and the total amount of radiation received to date. Being a Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) II consults with radiation oncologists and other clinical staff as needed. May require a bachelor's degree in a related area. Additionally, Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) II typically requires graduation from an accredited radiation therapy program, certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), and a state license to practice. Typically reports to a physician or manager. The Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) II work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. To be a Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) II typically requires 4 -7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Radiology Technologist-ARRT
  • King's Daughters
  • Ashland, KY PART_TIME
    • JOB SUMMARY
      • Provides health care services by applying x-ray energy and computer processing techniques to assist in diagnosis or treatment. 
    • DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
      • Verifies order and patient prior to examination, obtain patient’s clinical history, reads chart/outpatient referral slip and interviews and communicates information to patient or appropriate family member.
      • Performs examination by analyzing all relative information to select proper scanning protocol.  Edits scan protocol by own judgment upon observation of patient images to facilitate the highest possible diagnostic value, positioning patient to best demonstrate anatomic area of interest.  Accommodates patient ability, comfort and modesty, immobilizing patient as required.  Observes to recognize changes in patient behavior indicating patient distress (seizure, aspiration, choking, struggling, coughing, artifact causing motion, etc) and takes action as necessary.  Evaluates images for technical quality, manipulates display parameters and provides hard copy records (film) assuring proper patient identification is recorded on each image.
      • Practices principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient, self and others at all times.
      • Demonstrates competency and knowledge in methodology of venipuncture including visual activity and digital sensitivity for vein selection and accurate manual dexterity to work with small needles and accurately place them in patient’s veins. Identifies and administers contrast media as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
      • Demonstrates knowledge and competency in archival and digitized data. Properly handles and stores optical discs for future reference.
      • Performs diagnostic testing on equipment and promptly reports malfunctioning equipment to the Supervisor or Radiology Administrative Director.  Contacts field engineer for equipment service as needed.  Performs quality assurance scans.
    • EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/OTHER REQUIREMENTS
      • Minimum requirement:
        • Graduate of a Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA) accredited radiography program or equivalent. 
        • Maintains active certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT).
        • Maintains active Radiographer Operators Certificate (ROC) in the Commonwealth of Kentucky or other applicable states as needed.
        • Achieves and maintains American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS).
      • Preferred qualifications:
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    • WORKING ENVIRONMENT
      • Constantly works near moving mechanical parts
      • Constantly exposed to blood and/or body fluids and infection. 
      • Occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals
      • Occasionally exposed to risk of radiation
      • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
    • PHYSICAL DEMANDS
      • Occasionally required to maintain in a stationary position (standing or sitting).
      • Frequently required to walk and move about.
      • Frequently required to operate a computer and other equipment.
      • Frequently required to use fine motor skills to handle and operate instruments/devices.
      • Constantly required to lift and/or move items up to 10 pounds.
      • Frequently required to lift and/or move items up to 50 pounds.
      • Occasionally required to lift and/or move items up to 100 pounds.
      • Constantly required to communicate with patients and other care team requiring talking and hearing. 
      • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
      • Occasionally required to position self in order to meet patient needs.
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Pulmonary Technologist, Respiratory Therapy, Days
  • Norton Healthcare
  • Louisville, KY PART_TIME
  • ResponsibilitiesReport to work on time and ready to work in a quiet professional manner, following hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Provide quality care as ordered by the patient’s p...
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PO Rad Tech-ARRT
  • King's Daughters
  • Paintsville, KY FULL_TIME
  • JOB SUMMARY Provides health care services in the clinic, office or urgent care setting by applying x-ray energy and computer processing techniques to assist in diagnosis or treatment. Works with other...
  • 10 Days Ago
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PO Rad Tech-ARRT
  • King's Daughters' Hospital
  • Paintsville, KY FULL_TIME
  • King's Daughters Medical Center Paintsville Med Spec - KDMC Paintsville, KY Full Time - Days - Mon- Friday Newly Created Position Req #: 22928 Summary JOB SUMMARY Provides health care services in the ...
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FCC Rad Tech-ARRT
  • King's Daughters
  • Ashland, KY FULL_TIME
  • JOB SUMMARY Provides health care services in the clinic, office or urgent care setting by applying x-ray energy and computer processing techniques to assist in diagnosis or treatment. Works with other...
  • 1 Month Ago
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Radiology Technician (ARRT)
  • Trustaff
  • Louisville, KY FULL_TIME
  • As a Radiology Tech, you'll complete diagnostic procedures by working directly with the patient to capture images requested by the attending physician. Radiologists/Rad Techs and CT Techs must have ex...
  • 25 Days Ago
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Supp Radiation Therapist, Central Staffing
  • Memorial Hermann Health System
  • Houston, TX
  • At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional exper...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Radiation Therapist - $40-60 per hour
  • Memorial Hermann Health System
  • Houston, TX
  • Memorial Hermann Health System is seeking a Radiation Therapist for a job in Houston, Texas. Job Description & Requireme...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Radiation Therapist - $42-59 per hour
  • RestoraCare Staffing
  • Houston, TX
  • RestoraCare Staffing is seeking a Radiation Therapist for a job in Houston, Texas. Job Description & Requirements Specia...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Radiation Therapist
  • Talentwell
  • Houston, TX
  • Radiation Therapist Opportunity: TalentWell is hiring a Radiation Therapist to work for one of the top 5 largest Health ...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Radiation Therapist - Northeast (Humble-Kingwood)
  • Memorial Hermann Health System
  • Humble, TX
  • At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional exper...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Radiation Therapist
  • TalentWell
  • Houston, TX
  • Radiation Therapist Opportunity: TalentWell is hiring a Radiation Therapist to work for one of the top 5 largest Health ...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Radiation Therapist
  • Arion Staffing Solutions
  • Houston, TX
  • Job Description: Job Description Position is responsible for simulating treatment set-ups, performing dosimetric calcula...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Supp Radiation Therapist, Central Staffing
  • Memorial Hermann Health System
  • Humble, TX
  • At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional exper...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Kentucky

Kentucky (/kənˈtʌki/ (listen) kən-TUK-ee), officially the Commonwealth of Kentucky, is a state located in the east south-central region of the United States. Although styled as the "State of Kentucky" in the law creating it, (because in Kentucky's first constitution, the name state was used) Kentucky is one of four U.S. states constituted as a commonwealth (the others being Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts). Originally a part of Virginia, in 1792 Kentucky became the 15th state to join the Union. Kentucky is the 37th most extensive and the 26th most populous of the 50 United States. Ke...
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Income Estimation for Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) jobs
$82,244 to $101,038

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What does a Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) do?

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