Per Diem Radiation Therapist – Oncology (Varian/Truebeam)

Concord Hospital Health System; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Concord Hospital Health System seeks a Radiation Therapist to deliver prescribed radiation therapy under supervision, with a flexible per diem schedule Monday through Friday.

The role requires experience with Varian and Truebeam systems and Aria therapy software, a graduate program in Radiation Therapy, and AART registration with NH licensure. BLS certification is required, and on-call duties are possible.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Radiation Therapy Technology program, AS or BS preferred.
• 1 year of experience preferred; new graduates considered.
• Registered by the AART and NH state licensure, BLS certified.

Responsibilities

• Administers radiation therapy treatment within the scope of practice and departmental standards.
• Performs daily quality assurance and safety procedures on the equipment and reports variances appropriately. Maintains routine daily treatment machine schedule and patient treatment calendar.
• Positions, immobilizes, and aligns patients according to the treatment plan and effectively evaluates and assists in solving setup issues.
• Ability to multi-task in complex situations and problem solve independently and as part of a team
• Monitors patient's response and reactions to treatment and refers the patient for appropriate management as needed.
• Accurately documents all treatment delivery information into the electronic medical record.
• Assesses pertinent patient information, prepares and educates the patient on procedures and expectations.
• Acquires and evaluates treatment images and makes appropriate changes according to the imaging guidelines.
• Contributes to the simulation and planning of treatment.
• Follows departmental and hospital policy and procedure for occurrence reporting.
• Takes call on a rotating basis.
• Actively engages in departmental meetings, department initiatives, and continuing education activities.

Education

Graduate of an approved program in Radiation Therapy Technology

AS or BS degree in Radiation Therapy preferred

Job description

Concord Hospital Health System seeks a Radiation Therapist to deliver prescribed radiation therapy under supervision, with a flexible per diem schedule Monday through Friday.

The role requires experience with Varian and Truebeam systems and Aria therapy software, a graduate program in Radiation Therapy, and AART registration with NH licensure. BLS certification is required, and on-call duties are possible.