PRN Radiation Therapist

Radiation is a medical specialty that uses radiation to treat cancer and alleviate symptoms, and it can also be used for certain non-cancerous conditions. In this treatment, radiation beams are carefully directed at the cancer from a machine that moves around your body. Radiation Therapy ensures the safe and effective delivery of radiation therapy to a patient's tumor using a linear accelerator machine. The Radiation Therapist is responsible for administering prescribed doses of radiation to specific body parts, using radiation therapy equipment, according to established practices and standards. This is a PRN opportunity responsible for assisting with coverage at the four OncoLogics locations in the Opelousas, Lafayette and New Iberia, LA areas. Responsibilities Administer radiation therapy as prescribed by the physician. Verify prescribed treatment dose before each treatment; verify fields to be treated, and angles to be used. Assure placement of protective devices in order to shield otherwise healthy exposed tissue of patients. Simulate patients using simulator, CT scanner or other devices to accurately localize treatment areas. Display professional conduct essential to the well being of the radiation oncology patient. Maintain accurate and detailed treatment chart documentation. Observe the clinical progress of the patient, use clinical decision making skills to recognize and report any signs of complications. Adhere to radiation safety procedure protocol. Perform machine safety checks; know safe limits of equipment operations, and report abnormalities or inconsistencies to the Center Leader. Work closely with the Radiation Oncologist and the therapy team in the preparation of a treatment plan. Adhere to the Radiation Therapist Code of Ethics. Regular attendance and punctuality. Ability to be on call. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Ensures that all processing and reporting deadlines are consistently achieved. Perform any other functions as required by management. Qualifications ARRT Board eligible ARRT Board certified, preferred Bachelors Degree in science, or equivalent experience, preferred Graduate of an accredited school of radiation therapy technology Certification in Radiation Therapy Technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist 2-4 years of work experience Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed What Is Expected at This Level Applies acquired knowledge and skills to complete standard tasks Readily learns and applies new information and methods to work in assigned area Maintains appropriate licenses, training and certifications Works on routine assignments that require some problem resolution Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods Adheres to all quality guidelines Works under moderate degree of supervision Work typically involves regular review of output by work lead or supervisor Refers complex unusual problems to supervisor Compensation and Benefits Anticipated hourly range: $33.70 per hour - $48 per hour Bonus eligible: No Benefits: Paid time off in compliance with applicable laws Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr