Radiology - Radiation Therapist

Cynet Health; Oak Lawn (IL); Presencial; USD 69.000 - 83.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Cynet Health is seeking a Radiation Therapist to join a Level 1 Trauma Center with Magnet Designation in Oak Lawn, IL. The role supports oncology patients, with a focus on treatment setup and patient comfort, within a 13-week assignment during day shifts.

The position requires an RN license and relevant certifications (BLS, ARRT, IDNS, IEMA). Experience in radiation therapy and patient setup is preferred; first-time travelers are acceptable.

Formación

• Experience in radiation therapy and treatment.
• Skills in rooming and setting up patients in the treatment room.
• First-time travelers accepted, minimum 1 year preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver treatment planning and execution for oncology patients.
• Maintain 1:1 patient care during outpatient visits.
• Coordinate patient flow and charting using EPIC.
• Collaborate with nurses and physicians in a fast-paced trauma center.

Conocimientos

Radiation therapy experience

Rooming and patient setup

Team collaboration

Educación

Registered Nurse license

Herramientas

EPIC

Alaris

Pyxis

Descripción del empleo

Radiology - Radiation Therapist

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: General Nursing

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Day Shift

Hours per Shift: 8

Experience: Minimum 1 year preferred, first-time travelers accepted

License: Registered Nurse

Certifications: BLS, ARRT, IDNS, IEMA

Must-Have:

• Experience in radiation therapy and treatment
• Skills in rooming and setting up patients in the treatment room

Description:Facility is a Level 1 Trauma Center with Magnet Designation.It has a comprehensive stroke center and 749 general beds.There are 3 treatment rooms available.Oncology patients make up 95% of the workload, with both outpatient and some inpatient/emergency appointments.Patient ratios are RN: 1:1 for outpatient.The average patient load is 55 patients per week, including 10 consults and 15 follow-ups.Therapist ratios are also 1:1, with 20 patients treated in each machine per day.The team consists of 12 therapists, 4 registered nurses, and 2-3 physicians.Charting is done using the EPIC system, in conjunction with Client Alaris and Pyxis systems.There is no weekend rotation, with scheduling from Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 16:30.There are no on-call responsibilities or holiday expectations, as the facility is closed on holidays.The work environment is fast-paced, flexible, and team-oriented.Artificial fingernails or extenders are not permitted during direct patient contact.Natural nail tips must be kept less than 1/4-inch long.