| Job ID |
Specialty |
Geographic Location |
City |
State |
Recruiter |
| 2568155 |
Radiation Therapist |
|
Ithaca |
NY |
USA Staffing Network |
Company Name: USA Staffing Network
Recruiter Name: Alex Bakker
Contact Phone: 585-387-0323
Job Title: Radiation Therapist
In HouseID:
(Only QUALIFIED Healthcare Professionals accepted) Radiation Therapist - Radiation Therapist - Days | FLEX
Location: Ithaca, NY • On-site - Finger Lakes region of NYS
Full-time
Excellent Benefits
Competitive Pay
Direct Hire
Our client's commitment to their employees includes competitive compensation, comprehensive employee benefits programs, and the opportunity to explore and build a career in healthcare through our many professional development programs.
Opportunity Overview:
The Radiation Therapist works under an oncologist as part of a medical team to prepare patients and administer radiation treatments for cancer and some other conditions. They take precise measurements of patients for treatment and may fit them with specialized equipment to be used during sessions. During the course of treatment, they will monitor the patient's responses, including side effects, and may adjust the schedule or doses of radiation accordingly.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Providing individualized radiation therapy treatments to patients, in consultation with the oncology team.
Explaining the process to patients and answering any questions.
Assessing patients' reactions to treatments, providing advice on the side effects of treatments, and methods of alleviating these.
Understand and operate various imaging and treatment equipment
Collect and manage relevant patient information
Help ensure proper positioning of patients for treatment using masks, and other immobilization equipment
Ensure that safety protocols are followed for patient, family and staff
Performing quality assurance tests on simulation and treatment machines to ensure they are in working order.
Schedule patient visits to follow treatment plan
Required Skills and Experience:
Graduate of a formal radiation oncology technology program with a certification by A.R.R.T. Current New York State License (L.R.T) required.
1 year experience working as a radiation therapist preferred
Licensure: Certification through ARRT
Preferred Skills and Experience:
Problem solving ability and attention to detail is preferred
Good written and oral communication skills preferred.
Requires ability to prioritize work, manage time wisely and adjust to changes in work volumes.
Physical Requirements :
Repetitive use of hands and fingers (e.g., use of computer keyboard); may require lifting and carrying light loads (up to 40 lbs.), including boxes, equipment. Ability to stand for long periods of time, Attention to detail and ability to master and troubleshoot technical machinery. Ability to both follow direction and act independently
Working Location:
Onsite at medical center in Ithaca, NY.
Shift|Schedule: Days FLEX
0% to 10% Travel May be Expected
Pay Disclosure:
Standard rate $40.00 to $59.00 per hour plus benefits.
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