Travel Radiation Therapist - $2,035 per week in Merriam, KS

Infojini Healthcare; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare staffing service seeks a Radiation Therapist responsible for delivering high-quality proton therapy and CT simulations. This role requires exceptional patient care and strong analytical skills. The ideal candidate will possess relevant certifications and the ability to maintain effective relationships in a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in conventional (photon) or proton radiation therapy.
• Commensurate with experience, skills, education, and ability to learn quickly.
• Ability to pass basic radiation and MRI safety training.

Responsibilities

• Safely deliver proton therapy treatments and CT simulations.
• Provide exceptional patient care and explain treatment procedures.
• Input treatment related data into oncology records.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Education

Formal Radiation Therapy program from an accredited institution

Current R.T.(T)(ARRT) certification

Job description

ID : 55163560 Shift : Unknown Description : Term : ContractMin-Salary : $nullMax-Salary : $nullExperience : nullState : KSHCT Staffing bridges the gap between healthcare facilities and top-tier talent. For our candidates, our commitment to understanding your skills, goals, and aspirations means we connect you with opportunities that truly align with your career path. Together, we are building the future of healthcare excellence.Radiation TherapistThe Radiation Therapist reports directly to the Chief Radiation Therapist and indirectly to the Lead Radiation Therapist(s). The Radiation Therapist safely delivers proton therapy treatments and CT simulations following policies and procedures with the highest level of quality and compassion for patients and their families. safe, accurate, and efficient proton radiation therapy treatments according to the prescription and any treatment protocol provided by the Radiation Oncologist.Provide exceptional patient care through the consistent practice of departmental procedures for treatment.Explain treatment procedures to patients and / or family members, and respond effectively to patient inquiries, and refer medical questions to appropriate personnel.Understand patient history and diagnosis to perform chart checks for complete treatment documentation.Accurately input treatment related data into the oncology record and verify system(s).Schedule treatments for patients, provide patient education by discussing treatment procedures, and assure his / her understanding.Perform CT simulations on a rotational shift. Maintain awareness of the MRI zones to ensure safety for staff and patients.Acquire and evaluate digital portal images for technical quality, treatment accuracy, and use / construct immobilization devices as needed.Performs basic dosimetry procedures as directed for collecting and documenting data acquired during the simulation procedure.Assist with maintaining quality control in accordance with facility and department standards.Effectively and in a timely manner communicate challenges with the Chief Radiation Therapist.Maintain effective working relationships with patients, providers, management, staff, and the public.Able to successfully pass basic radiation and MRI safety training.Assure the efficient operation of workflow within the department by performing other duties as assigned by the Chief Radiation Therapist or Lead Radiation Therapist(s)., dependable, thorough.Clear understanding of anatomy and physiology.Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and high-quality results oriented.Demonstrate the ability to be pro-active and have a sense of urgency.Successfully handles issues through conflict resolution.Cooperative and able to build collaborative relationships.Possesses great interpersonal communication skills.Successfully handles issues through conflict resolution with emotional intelligence.Possesses the ability to be sensitive to the patient and know when something is wrong.Maintain effective working relationships with patients, providers, management, staff and the public.Requirements : ?Any number of years experience in conventional (photon) or proton radiation therapy.Commensurate with experience, skills, education, and ability to learn quickly.Completed a formal Radiation Therapy program from an accredited institution.Current R.T.(T)(ARRT) certification is required.Experience in Varian Truebeam Guaranteed Hours : 0 Contract Weeks : 91

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