Travel Radiation Therapist

Newsandtribune; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High Pay and Bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Generous Housing Allowance

Travel and Licensure Reimbursements

Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy

Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job summary

Newsandtribune in Salem, Oregon seeks a Radiation Therapist with ARRT and OBMI licensure and 1+ year of experience for a fast-paced hospital Radiation Oncology department.

The role features a day shift (4x10), 40 hours weekly, with SBRT/SRS capabilities, Aria charting, and rotation across three treatment machines in a busy clinical setting.

Qualifications

• ARRT National Radiology license required.
• Oregon OBMI state licensure required if applicable.
• Current BLS certification.
• Minimum of 1 year Radiation Therapy experience.
• Successful completion of a Radiation Therapy program.
• Experience with Varian TrueBeam or Edge and Aria required.
• Familiarity with Varian Trilogy, Acuity, and GE Lightspeed CT preferred.
• Epic charting experience required.
• Ability to perform simple RadCalc calculations for emergency treatments.
• Ability to safely transfer patients using proper body mechanics and transfer techniques.
• Skilled in beam modifying/positioning, block cutting, CBCT/kV/mV imaging, wedges, and treatment plan calculations.

Responsibilities

• Hospital Radiation Oncology department setting.
• Day shift, 4x10 hours, 6:00am-7:30pm, Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week.
• 13 week contract with no call required.
• Fast-paced environment treating 70-95 patients per day across three treatment machines.
• Uses Varian TrueBeam or Edge and Varian Trilogy linear accelerators, plus GE Lightspeed CT.
• Uses Aria for electronic charting.
• Performs SBRT, SRS, and Breathhold Visual Management techniques.
• May be required to float to nearby affiliated facilities, including West Valley Hospital.
• Simulate and administer radiation treatments per Radiation Oncologist prescription and Physicist/Dosimetrist direction.
• Interpret prescriptions and treatment plans and complete patient identification procedures.
• Maintain audio/visual surveillance of patients and consistently position patients for treatment.
• Image and annotate portal images as directed by the Radiation Oncologist.
• Observe and report patient side-effects or unusual reactions to appropriate clinical staff.
• Construct quality immobilization devices and fabricate custom blocks.
• Participate in daily chart rounds and complete Aria chart checks per department policy.
• Complete weekly block room cleaning and HEPA filter checks with documentation.
• Coordinate simulation scheduling with clinic to support continuity of care.
• Former Salem Health employees are not eligible for assignment until six months after termination date.
• Block scheduling is not accommodated.

Skills

ARRT license

OBMI licensure

BLS certification

1+ year experience

Radiation Therapy program

Varian TrueBeam/Edge

Aria

Epic charting

RadCalc calculations

Beam modification/positioning

Education

Radiation Therapy program

Tools

Varian TrueBeam

Varian Edge

Aria

Epic

GE Lightspeed CT

Varian Trilogy

Acuity

Job description

American Traveler seeks a Radiation Therapist with ARRT and Oregon OBMI licensure and 1+ year experience for a fast-paced hospital Radiation Oncology department.

Requirements

• ARRT National Radiology license required
• Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) state licensure required if applicable
• Current BLS certification
• Minimum of 1 year Radiation Therapy experience
• Successful completion of a Radiation Therapy program required
• Experience with Varian TrueBeam or Edge and Aria required
• Familiarity with Varian Trilogy, Acuity, and GE Lightspeed CT preferred
• Epic charting experience required
• Ability to perform simple RadCalc calculations for emergency treatments
• Ability to safely transfer patients using proper body mechanics and transfer techniques
• Skilled in beam modifying/positioning, block cutting, CBCT/kV/mV imaging, wedges, and treatment plan calculations

Responsibilities

• Hospital Radiation Oncology department setting
• Day shift, 4x10 hours, 6:00am-7:30pm, Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week
• 13 week contract with no call required
• Fast-paced environment treating 70-95 patients per day across three treatment machines
• Uses Varian TrueBeam or Edge and Varian Trilogy linear accelerators, plus GE Lightspeed CT
• Uses Aria for electronic charting
• Performs SBRT, SRS, and Breathhold Visual Management techniques
• May be required to float to nearby affiliated facilities, including West Valley Hospital
• Simulate and administer radiation treatments per Radiation Oncologist prescription and Physicist/Dosimetrist direction
• Interpret prescriptions and treatment plans and complete patient identification procedures
• Maintain audio/visual surveillance of patients and consistently position patients for treatment
• Image and annotate portal images as directed by the Radiation Oncologist
• Observe and report patient side-effects or unusual reactions to appropriate clinical staff
• Construct quality immobilization devices and fabricate custom blocks
• Participate in daily chart rounds and complete Aria chart checks per department policy
• Complete weekly block room cleaning and HEPA filter checks with documentation
• Coordinate simulation scheduling with clinic to support continuity of care
• Former Salem Health employees are not eligible for assignment until six months after termination date
• Block scheduling is not accommodated

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts