Radiation Therapist – Outpatient – PRN

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency is seeking a PRN Staff Radiation Therapist to apply ionizing radiation per physician prescriptions in a Radiation Oncology Department. You will safely operate radiation equipment, perform precise procedures, and ensure accurate treatment delivery to designated areas.

Responsibilities include QA monitoring, simulations, patient setup, charting in EMR, and educating patients and families about side effects. You may teach students and participate in on-call rotations.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree and radiologic technology education required.
• Minimum one year of radiation therapy experience.
• ARRT Radiation Therapy certification required; BLS certification preferred as instructor.

Responsibilities

• Participate in quality control monitoring and daily warm-up procedures.
• Perform patient simulations, set-ups and schedule treatments per physician instructions.
• Document in EMR and maintain radiation safety and universal precautions.
• Provide patient and family education on treatment and side effects; on-call rotations.
• Engage as a clinical instructor, providing evaluations and feedback.

Education

Associate’s Degree from an accredited Radiation Therapy program and Radiologic Technology School (JRCERT)

BLS certification

Job description

Role Overview: The PRN Staff Radiation Therapist applies ionizing radiation to patients in accordance with physician prescriptions in a Radiation Oncology Department. They operate radiation equipment safely, perform precise technical procedures, and deliver consistent therapy to designated treatment areas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in Quality Control monitoring and daily warm-up procedures to ensure accurate output.
• Assess patient mobility, manage safety precautions, and educate patients and families on treatment and side effects.
• Perform patient simulations, set-ups, and schedule treatments, ensuring all procedures follow policies and physician instructions.
• Document accurately in Electronic Medical Records and recognize limitations, seeking assistance when needed.
• Report adverse reactions immediately and adhere to radiation safety protocols, including wearing badges and practicing universal precautions.
• Assist with patient care across different age groups (adolescents, adults, geriatrics) and participate in on-call rotations.
• Engage as a clinical instructor for students, providing evaluations and feedback.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Associate’s Degree from an accredited Radiation Therapy program and Radiologic Technology School (JRCERT).
• Minimum one year of radiation therapy experience.
• Certifications: ARRT Radiation Therapy and BLS (Instructor preferred).
• Ability to treat and simulate patients accurately, demonstrating technical proficiency and safety awareness.

Join a team dedicated to compassionate care, excellence, and valuing every voice, contributing to impactful patient outcomes and professional growth.