Radiation Therapist Job at Socket.dev in Globe
Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Radiation Therapist for a 13-week travel assignment in Globe, Arizona.
This position is ideal for a radiation therapy professional with at least 1 year of recent clinical experience who is comfortable delivering prescribed radiation treatments to oncology patients in a hospital or cancer-treatment environment. The Radiation Therapist will work closely with radiation oncologists, medical physicists, dosimetrists, oncology nurses, and other members of the cancer-care team to deliver safe, accurate, and compassionate radiation therapy. Candidates must hold current ARRT certification in Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T), current BLS certification, and the appropriate state licensure or eligibility required to practice in Arizona.
Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver radiation therapy treatments according to physician prescriptions and approved treatment plans.
Accurately position patients for radiation treatments.
Operate linear accelerators and other radiation therapy equipment safely and efficiently.
Verify patient identity, treatment site, treatment parameters, and prescribed dose before treatment.
Follow established radiation safety procedures and treatment protocols.
Monitor patients throughout treatment and promptly report changes in clinical condition.
Maintain precise patient positioning and reproducibility between treatment sessions.
Assist with simulation and treatment-planning procedures as assigned.
Use immobilization devices and positioning equipment appropriately.
Review treatment documentation for accuracy before delivering therapy.
Record treatment information accurately in the patient's medical record.
Maintain timely and complete documentation using Epic.
Educate patients regarding treatment procedures, positioning, expected side effects, and safety considerations.
Provide compassionate support to patients undergoing cancer treatment.
Collaborate with radiation oncologists, physicists, dosimetrists, nurses, and other clinical staff.
Participate in quality-assurance and radiation-safety activities.
Follow infection-control, patient-safety, and regulatory standards.
Identify equipment or treatment concerns and elevate them to the appropriate clinical or technical personnel.
Required QualificationsCandidates must haveMinimum 1 year of Radiation Therapist experience
Current ARRT-T – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certification in Radiation Therapy
Current BLS certification
Appropriate state license or authorization required to practice Radiation Therapy in Arizona
Experience delivering radiation therapy in a clinical environment
Strong understanding of radiation safety and patient positioning
Ability to accurately follow treatment plans and physician prescriptions
Strong attention to detail and patient-safety awareness
Ability to communicate effectively with oncology patients and multidisciplinary clinical teams
Preferred QualificationsStrong candidates may also havePrevious travel or contract Radiation Therapist experience
Hospital-based radiation oncology experience
Experience in a busy cancer treatment center
Epic charting experience
Experience with CT simulation
Experience with advanced treatment techniques
Experience working with linear accelerator systems
Familiarity with oncology information and treatment-management systems
Key Clinical Skills
Successful candidates should be comfortable withRadiation therapy delivery
Patient positioning
Treatment setup
Linear accelerator operation
Radiation safety
Treatment-plan verification
Immobilization techniques
Oncology patient care
Treatment documentation
Patient education
Quality assurance
Epic EMR
Multidisciplinary oncology collaboration
Schedule Requirements
Day Shift
Five 8-hour shifts per week
40 hours per week
Exact daily hours may vary based on treatment schedules and department needs.
Ideal Candidate— The ideal candidate is an experienced Radiation Therapist who is clinically accurate, patient-focused, and comfortable working in a multidisciplinary oncology environment.
You should have strong attention to detail, excellent patient-positioning skills, a solid understanding of radiation safety, and the ability to provide compassionate care to patients throughout their course of cancer treatment.
This opportunity may be a strong fit for professionals currently working as a:
Radiation Therapist
Radiation Oncology Technologist
Radiation Therapy Technologist
ARRT-T Radiation Therapist
Oncology Radiation Therapist
Travel Radiation Therapist
Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants based on education, experience, licensure, certifications, clinical skills, and the requirements of the position.#J-18808-Ljbffr