Radiation Therapist, Travel Direct, Lodi

Adventist Health • Roseville, CA

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About The Position

Located in the metropolitan area of Sacramento, the Adventist Health corporate
headquarters have been based in Roseville, California, for more than 40 years.
In 2019, we unveiled our WELL-certified campus - a rejuvenating place for
associates systemwide to collaborate, innovate and connect.

Adventist Health Roseville and shared service teams have access to enjoy a
welcoming space designed to promote well-being and inspire your best work.

Job Summary:

Administers ionizing irradiation to patients in accordance with prescriptions
and instructions from department physicians.

Requirements

• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiation Therapy (AART-T) and Certification of Therapeutic Radiology Technology (RTT): Required
• ARRT-Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T): Required
• Therapeutic Radiologic Technology Certification (TRT): Required
• Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
• Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in radiological technology or equivalent: Preferred
• Master's Degree: Preferred
• Three years' technical experience: Preferred
• Experience in radiologic technology: Preferred
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Preferred
• Fluoroscopy permit from the state of practice, Department of Health Services: Preferred

Responsibilities

• Delivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy by checking prescription, diagnosis chart, and patient identification. Explains procedures to patient, means of communication during treatment, and basic treatment procedure. Delivers prescribed daily dose to patient, observing radiation safety measures for patient and personnel.
• Prepares room and equipment for patient according to prescription or simulation regarding immobilization devices, etc., transfers patient to treatment couch, giving attention to the special needs of the patient.
• Observes patients for unusual reactions and for signs and symptoms of developing complications during treatment, reporting reactions and complications to supervisor and department physician.
• Maintains a variety of records, including, records of daily treatment; maintains and regularly reviews patient charts to eliminate errors and to ensure that blood counts and special reports are properly recorded. Provides clinical supervision and evaluates students' practical ability to perform procedures.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees