Job Description & Requirements
Radiation Therapist - (Rad Ther)
StartDate : 9 / 30 / 2024 Available Shifts : 8 D Pay Rate : $1723.58 - $1985.87
Radiation Therapist needed asapGraduate of an AMA approved school of Therapeutic Radiology or international equivalent required.
ARRT (T) required. BLS (AHA or ARC) required. Completed High School (Diploma or GED)Responsible for the optimum planning and treatment of the radiation therapy patient with ionizing radiation in accordance with the written directive of the Radiation Oncologists, and under the direct supervision of the Chief Therapist.
Essential Functions : Treats patients with ionizing radiation in adherence to all regulatory guidelines. Monitors all equipment parameters, documents equipment malfunctions and understands all emergency and safety procedures of all equipment.
Maintains accurate medical records and treatment schedules. Inputs treatment and simulation charge information into Aria.
Documents patient treatment chart. Understands emergency and fault procedures for linear accelerators and simulators. Recognizes and reports patient concern and physical problems to appropriate personnel.
Communicates instructions and procedures to patients and their families. Maintains organization and cleanliness in the clinic.
This position requires walking, standing, sitting, lifting, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing and pulling. Must be able to lift and support 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment and supplies.
Must speak and understand English. Intact sense of sight, hearing, smell and touch. Finger dexterity. Critical thinking and ability to concentrate.
Must be able to respond quickly and make decisions to changes on the unit.Scrub Color : BlackSubmittal Packet Requirements : Cover Page, Resume, Proof of required Certifications / Licensure
Required Qualifications
Graduate of an AMA approved school of Therapeutic Radiology or international equivalent required. ARRT (T) required. BLS (AHA or ARC) required.
Completed High School (Diploma or GED)
Submittal Packet Requirements : Cover Page, Resume, Proof of required Certifications / Licensure
Preferred Qualifications
none
Job Benefits
Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include :
- Competitive pay rates
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401(k) and Flex Spending
- Life Insurance
- Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
- Free Continuing Education
- Competitive Housing Deal
- Refer a friend and earn extra cash!
About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.
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