Radiation Therapist

Published: 6/14/2022

Healthcare

Job Description Job Summary:

Department: RADIATION ONCOLOGY
Shift Timings: 08:00-17:00 Monday to Friday (4 Days/9 Hours Shift)
Per Week: 36 Hours
This is a 9-hour shift 4 days each week, with the shift schedule being from 08:00- 17:00, total of 36 hours per week.
Radiation Therapist with Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Need 2 Professional References.
Who is out of the state below per diem will be provided. The all-inclusive hourly non-local pay rate for this position is $68.79/hr, encompassing a taxable component of $57.71/hr, along with a per diem of $11.08/hr. Work Location: 2755 Herndon Ave, Clovis, CA-93611 .

Roles & Responsibilities:

Providing individualized radiation therapy treatments to patients, in consultation with the oncology team.
Explaining the process to patients and answering any questions.
Administering radiation therapies as per patient treatment plans.
Using medical imaging equipment to ensure treatments are delivered accurately.
Assessing patients' reactions to treatments, providing advice on the side effects of treatments, and methods of alleviating these.
Monitoring the progress of patients and suggesting amendments to treatment plans, when necessary.
Providing ongoing support to patients and their families.
Performing quality assurance tests on simulation and treatment machines to ensure they are in working order.
Undertaking oncology research in order to improve treatment methods.

Certifications & Clearance Requirements