Travel Radiation Therapist in Boston

Fusion Medical Staffing, LLC; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

First-day insurance

PTO after 1560 hours

401(k) matching

Refer-a-friend bonus

24/7 recruiter support

Licensure and CEU reimbursement

Job summary

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a Travel Radiation Therapist for a 26-week assignment in Boston, MA. The role involves positioning patients, administering prescribed radiation doses, and ensuring safety protocols are followed.

Requirements include an accredited Radiation Therapy program, 1 year of experience, and current BLS certification. ARRT certification preferred; other licenses may be required.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited Radiation Therapy program.
• One year of recent experience as a Radiation Therapist required.
• Current BLS Certification (AHA/ARC).

Responsibilities

• Position patients for treatment with accuracy, according to prescription to ensure effective treatment and minimize exposure to healthy tissue.
• Administer prescribed doses of radiation to targeted body parts, using radiation therapy equipment according to established practices and safety protocols.
• Perform regular equipment checks of radiation therapy equipment to ensure proper functionality and troubleshoot issues as needed.
• Review prescription, diagnosis, patient chart, and identification to confirm accuracy and compliance with the treatment plan.
• Follow radiation protection principles to ensure safety for patients, self, and others.
• Maintain records, reports, or files required, including such information as radiation dosages, equipment settings, or patient's reaction.
• Conduct treatment sessions independently, in accordance with long-term treatment plan and under the general direction of the patient's physician.
• Enter data into computer and set controls to operate or adjust equipment or regulate dosage.
• Observe and reassure patients during treatment and report unusual reactions to physician.
• Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of Radiation Therapist practice.

Education

Radiation Therapy program

ARRT Certification

Job description

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a Travel Radiation Therapist for a 26-week assignment in Boston, MA. The role involves positioning patients, administering prescribed radiation doses, and ensuring safety protocols are followed.

Requirements include an accredited Radiation Therapy program, 1 year of experience, and current BLS certification. ARRT certification preferred; other licenses may be required.