Radiation Therapist

Radiation Therapist

MedPro Healthcare Staffing, a Joint Commission-certified staffing agency, is seeking a quality Radiation Therapist for a contract with one of our top healthcare clients.

Requirements

• Most states require licensure
• Certification from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiation Therapy
• Current CPR Certification
• Eighteen months of Radiation Therapy experience preferred, ideally in a critical care setting

Benefits

• Weekly pay and direct deposit
• Full coverage of all credentialing fees
• Private housing or housing allowance
• Group Health insurance for you and your family
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) matching
• Unlimited Referral Bonuses up to $1,000

Duties Responsibilities

The primary responsibility of the Radiation Therapist is to deliver therapeutic doses of radiation in the treatment of cancerous growths.

• Discuss various treatment plans with patient; developed in partnership with a clinical oncologist and physician.
• Establish the correct radiation dosage and location or area to treat.
• Help patients to understand the potential side effects of radiation treatment and how to manage any associated side effects.
• Safely provide the correct radiotherapy treatment to patients.
• Operate the medical equipment used for radiotherapy.
• Assure compliance with federal, state, and local technical and professional regulations and accepted practiced guidelines.
• Delivers quality, cost effective patient care in a professional manner.
• Works effectively to maintain an environment of excellence, which is patient focused, providing timely, compassionate, quality patient care.
• Promotes and maintains a safe work environment for both staff and customers, incorporating national patient safety initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records of patient treatment regimen.