About the role
Vail Health has become the world’s most advanced mountain healthcare system. Vail Health consists of an updated 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital. This state-of-the-art facility provides exceptional care to all of our patients, with the most beautiful views in the area, located centrally in Vail. Learn more about Vail Health here.
Provides radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by the physician according to established policies and procedures, standards, and practices.
- Delivers a prescribed and planned course of radiation therapy to patients, answers patient questions, and explains procedures.
- Assists in tumor localization and dosimetry procedures.
- Prepares rooms and equipment for patients, stocks rooms with linens and supplies, and orders equipment and supplies as needed.
- Prepares chart for patient treatment, and takes and reviews images for physician approval.
- Interfaces with the physicist, imaging personnel and dosimetry to simulate and initiate treatment. Consults with supportive care staff to provide high quality patient care.
- Reinforces recommendations given to patients by the physician, nurse, dietitian, etc., concerning the reaction to treatment and care of the radiated area, and prevention or treatment of generalized and local side effects.
- Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, professional affiliations, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops.
- Changes therapy as ordered and performs chart checks in preparation for participation in weekly patient chart rounds.
- Role models the principles of a Just Culture and Organizational Values.
- Perform other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant.
- Two years of experience as a Radiation Therapist preferred.
- TrueBeam and Aria experience preferred.
- Detail oriented and proactive in navigating patients’ courses of treatment.
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) with Radiation Therapy (T) specialty required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
- N/A
PRN (POOL) benefits include: Wellbeing reimbursement funds and 403(b) contribution eligibility
Pay is based upon relevant education and experience per hour.
Aplyr's read
Vail Health Hospital is a non-profit healthcare provider serving Colorado's Vail Valley, attracting professionals dedicated to comprehensive and community-focused medical care.
What's promising
- •Vail Health offers a wide range of medical services, enhancing career opportunities for healthcare professionals.
- •The hospital's non-profit status emphasizes community care and patient-focused service.
- •Located in a picturesque area, it provides a unique lifestyle for employees seeking work-life balance.
What to watch
- •Limited public information about salary competitiveness compared to larger urban hospitals.
- •Rural location may pose challenges for those seeking urban amenities.
- •Potential resource constraints typical of non-profit healthcare organizations.
Why Vail Health Hospital
- •Vail Health is uniquely situated in a popular ski destination, attracting outdoor enthusiasts.
- •The hospital's focus on community health initiatives sets it apart from profit-driven institutions.
- •It offers specialized roles in unique settings, like the Shaw Cancer Center and Dillon Surgery Center.
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About Vail Health Hospital
Vail Health is a non-profit health care organization that provides comprehensive medical services to the Vail Valley and surrounding areas in Colorado.