Travel Radiation Therapist - in Peoria, IL

Position: Travel Radiation Therapist - $2,986 per week in Peoria, IL
Radiation Therapist

Location:

Peoria, IL

Agency:  Cynet Health

Pay:  $2,986 per week

Shift Information:  Days - 5 days x 8 hours

Contract Duration:  13 Weeks

Start Date:

ASAP

About the Position

Job Title:

Radiation Therapist
Profession:
Radiation Therapy
Specialty:
Radiation Therapy
Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: 8H Days
Hours per

Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Experience:

2 years
License:
Current licensure with IEMA Department of Nuclear Safety and registry or registry eligible with ARRT within 6 months of hire.

Certifications:

BLS, ARRT
Must-Have: 2-year training program in Radiation Therapy

Description:

The Radiation Therapist will assist with the daily patient flow of the Radiation Oncology clinical location.
They will evaluate and develop new processes for patient care.
The therapist will assist with other activities to improve Radiation Oncology operations.
According to established procedures, they will assist physicians by treating patients with prescribed doses of ionizing radiation.
Treatment will be supplied and controlled through specialized radiation equipment.
In doing so, the therapist prepares the treatment room and explains procedures to patients.
They will position patients and administer treatments.
Monitoring patients during therapy sessions is essential to ensure comfort and observe any changes in their condition.
The therapist will simulate patient treatment according to the treatment plan.
They will deliver prescribed doses of ionizing radiation using specialized radiation equipment.
Designing and constructing custom treatment devices for individual patients is part of the role.
The therapist must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care appropriate to the ages of the patients served.
Interpersonal skills are necessary to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, allied health personnel, and other staff.
They will explain procedures and gather as well as exchange patient-related information.
Analytical skills are essential to provide accurate care instructions to patients.
The therapist must interpret physicians’ prescriptions for treatment courses and effectively duplicate treatment plans.

Requirements
Required for Onboarding   BLS
Skills Checklist
Specialty Exam