Radiation Therapist - Outpatient - PRN

Azza HealthCare Agency; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Part time

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency in Austell, GA is seeking a PRN Staff Radiation Therapist for the Radiation Oncology Department. The role involves delivering precise ionizing radiation prescriptions, operating treatment equipment, and adhering to established protocols.

The ideal candidate has an Associate degree in Radiation Therapy, a minimum of 1 year of experience, and current ARRT Radiation Therapy certification along with BLS.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in Radiation Therapy.
• Current ARRT Radiation Therapy certification and BLS (or BLS-Instructor) and all certifications current on hire.
• Proven ability to treat and simulate patients accurately.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate radiation therapy and assess patient needs across age groups.
• Document procedures in EMR and report adverse reactions immediately.
• Educate patients and families about treatment side effects and safety measures.
• Follow safety protocols, including radiation safety badges and universal precautions.
• Participate in quality control, daily warm-up procedures, and simulation of new patients or treatment fields.
• Assist with patient mobility, manage fall precautions, and ensure proper patient setup.
• Perform additional tasks, including on-call rotations and supervising students as a clinical instructor.

Skills

Radiation therapy

EMR documentation

Patient education

Safety protocols

Quality control

On-call rotations

Clinical instruction

Education

Associate degree in Radiation Therapy (JRCERT)

Job description

Role Overview: A PRN Staff Radiation Therapist in the Radiation Oncology Department applies ionizing radiation to patients following physician prescriptions. The role involves operating radiation equipment safely, performing precise technical procedures, and delivering consistent therapy in accordance with established protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate radiation therapy and assess patient needs across age groups (adolescents, adults, geriatrics).
• Document procedures in Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and report adverse reactions immediately.
• Educate patients and families about treatment side effects and safety measures.
• Follow safety protocols, including radiation safety badges and universal precautions.
• Participate in quality control, daily warm-up procedures, and simulation of new patients or treatment fields.
• Assist with patient mobility, manage fall precautions, and ensure proper patient set-up.
• Perform additional tasks, including participating in on-call rotations and supervising students as a clinical instructor.

Qualifications & Skills

• Associate's Degree from an accredited Radiation Therapy program and Radiologic Technology School (JRCERT).
• Minimum of 1 year experience in Radiation Therapy.
• Required certifications: ARRT Radiation Therapy, BLS or BLS-Instructor, all certifications must be current upon hire.
• Proven ability to treat and simulate patients accurately.