Radiation Therapist Per Diem / Moorestown

virtua; Moorestown Township (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid sick leave

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Virtua Health in Moorestown, NJ seeks a Radiation Therapist to deliver radiation treatments and perform CT simulations for cancer patients. The role requires ARRT accreditation, NJ state license, CPR, and a preferred minimum of one year of experience.

The position is on-site, part-time per diem, with detailed responsibilities including daily QA on equipment and collaboration with physicians, nurses, and physicists. Hourly rate offered is $62.00.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience preferred.
• Certificate/degree from an Accredited Radiation Oncology Program is required.
• ARRT accreditation in Radiation Therapy is required.
• NJ State license in Radiation Therapy is required.
• CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Delivers radiation therapy treatments to patients as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist.
• Performs CT Simulations including fabrication of positioning/immobilization devices, tattooing, and simple beam modification devices.
• Performs Daily Quality Assurance on the Linear Accelerator and CT Simulator.
• Troubleshoots issues on the linear accelerator and CT simulator and coordinates with vendor support and physicist.
• Documents in EMR and written medical records accurately.
• Explains procedures to patients and monitors side effects, coordinating with nurses and physicians.
• Reviews charts for accuracy and changes in prescriptions or setup parameters; performs time-out before treatments/simulations.
• Schedules patients according to department guidelines in EMR.
• Maintains neat and orderly treatment and CT Simulation rooms.
• Knowledge of billing procedures is preferred.
• Performs basic dosimetry calculations.

Skills

Radiation therapy delivery

CT simulation

Patient communication

Dosimetry basics

Education

Radiation Oncology program certificate

Tools

EMR system

Job description

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason - to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between - we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community.

If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment.

In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations , we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program , telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location:

Moorestown - 350 Young Ave.

Remote Type:

On-Site

Employment Type:

Employee

Employment Classification:

Per Diem

Time Type:

Part time

Work Shift:

1st Shift (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours:

0

Job Information:

Summary:

Responsible for the simulation and delivery of radiation therapy treatments to patients, including specialized procedures such as stereotactic radiosurgery.

Position Responsibilities:

• Delivers radiation therapy treatments to patients as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist. Works efficiently throughout the day to maintain department schedules.
• Performs CT Simulations as directed by the Radiation Oncologist; to include fabrication of positioning and immobilization devices, tattooing and simple beam modification devices.
• Performs Daily Quality Assurance on both the Linear Accelerator and CT Simulator.
• Troubleshoots problems on linear accelerator and CT simulator and contacts vendor support as well as informing physicist and manager.
• Appropriately and accurately documents in electronic medical record and written medical record.
• Explains procedures to patients thoroughly and ensures understanding. Attentive to a patient's side effects and acts as liaison between patient, nurse and or physician.
• Reviews each chart for accurate documentation and for changes in prescription, written orders, or patient setup parameters. Perform time-out procedure before initiating all treatments and or simulations.
• Schedules patients according to department guidelines in EMR.
• Maintains the appearance of the treatment room and CT Simulation room throughout the day by keeping the room neat and orderly.
• Has basic knowledge of billing procedures.
• Performs basic dosimetry calculations.

Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required:

• 1 year experience preferred.

Required Education:

Certificate of completion/degree from an Accredited Radiation Oncology Program.

Training/Certifications/Licensure:

• ARRT accreditation in Radiation Therapy.
• NJ State license in Radiation Therapy.
• CPR certification.

Hourly Rate: $62.00

Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to:

• medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance
• health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement)
• paid time off
• paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws
• short-term disability and optional long-term disability
• colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance
• tuition assistance
• an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions

Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.