PRN Radiation Therapist

NAVISTA•Statesboro, GA

1d•$27 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

We believe in the power of community oncology to support patients through their cancer journeys. As an oncology practice alliance comprised of more than 100 providers across 50 sites, Navista provides the support community practices need to fuel their growth—while maintaining their independence. As a part of our team, you’ll help deliver compassionate, patient-centered care that truly makes a difference. Join our Radiation Therapy team at South Georgia Center for Cancer Care where your skills will directly impact the health and comfort of patients in your community. We offer competitive pay, great benefits, and the opportunity to grow your career while helping others. This PRN (as needed) position has an anticipated hourly pay range of $27.40 – $43.01. What Radiation Therapy contributes to Cardinal Health Radiation is a medical specialty that uses radiation to treat cancer and alleviate symptoms, and it can also be used for certain non-cancerous conditions. In this treatment, radiation beams are carefully directed at the cancer from a machine that moves around your body. Radiation Therapy ensures the safe and effective delivery of radiation therapy to a patient's tumor using a linear accelerator machine. The Radiation Therapist is responsible for administering prescribed doses of radiation to specific body parts, using radiation therapy equipment, according to established practices and standards. We believe in the power of community oncology to support patients through their cancer journeys. As an oncology practice alliance comprised of more than 100 providers across 50 sites, Navista provides the support community practices need to fuel their growth—while maintaining their independence. Join a growing alliance of community-based oncologists, advanced practice providers, nurses, pharmacists, technicians and administrators who care deeply about providing the highest quality cancer care in their local communities. At Navista, you will have access to advanced support services and financial support to thrive in a setting that puts both your career growth and patient care at the forefront.

Requirements

ARRT Board eligible
Graduate of an accredited school of radiation therapy technology
Certification in Radiation Therapy Technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist
0-2 years of work experience
Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed

Nice To Haves

ARRT Board certified, preferred
Bachelors Degree in science, or equivalent experience, preferred
Simulation experience is a plus
Phlebotomy or experience starting IVs is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Administer radiation therapy as prescribed by the physician.
Verify prescribed treatment dose before each treatment; verify fields to be treated, and angles to be used.
Assure placement of protective devices in order to shield otherwise healthy exposed tissue of patients.
Simulates patients using simulator, CT scanner or other devices to accurately localize treatment areas.
Display professional conduct essential to the well being of the radiation oncology patient.
Maintain accurate and detailed treatment chart documentation.
Observe the clinical progress of the patient, use clinical decision making skills to recognize and report any signs of complications.
Adhere to radiation safety procedure protocol.
Perform machine safety checks; know safe limits of equipment operations, and report abnormalities or inconsistencies to the Center Leader.
Work closely with the Radiation Oncologist and the therapy team in the preparation of a treatment plan.
Adhere to the Radiation Therapist Code of Ethics.
Regular attendance and punctuality.
Ability to be on call.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Ensures that all processing and reporting deadlines are consistently achieved.
Perform any other functions as required by management.