radiology_technologist – Radiation Therapist

Specialty: Radiation Therapist
Facility: Altru – 1200 S. Columbia Rd Grand Forks, ND
State License: ND
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Years of Experience:
Shift: AM 8 Hrs
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Description: Specialty: Radiation TherapyFacility: AltruState License: NDCerts/Licenses: Years of Experience: Shift: AM 8 HrsGuaranteed Hours: Description: Radiation Therapist needed at Altru Hospital. The hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. No weekend work. Required: North Dakota license, ARRT, BLS 13-weeks $100/hour rate Submission packets must include resume, appropriate skills checklist, and proof of licensure (Full NURSYS report if RN). No coversheet required. Candidates must have a minimum of 2 yrs experience in specific specialty. Med Surg RNs must have 2+ yrs inpatient acute care experience in a larger hospital. Altru is a Level 2 Trauma Center. Recent travel experience required. Prefer 3 completed assignments. Epic experience required. Altru does not have a radius rule. Local travelers are accepted, and there is no rate difference. Thank you**Job Description Summary**The Radiation Therapist treats cancer patients using x-rays. They are responsible for setting up the patients in the correct treatment position to deliver radiation precisely to the targeted area.**Job Description** Delivers radiation therapy treatments according to physician prescription and standard operating procedures and completes all required documentation. Executes the precise positioning of the patient with respect to radiation beam and treatment area. Observes and assesses patient for clinical changes and reports signs of complications. Applies principles of basic radiation physics, radiation interactions and radiation protection, i.e., wears radiation film badge. Completes Quality Assurance tracking, records results and assists in maintaining records. Performs pain assessment and takes appropriate action according to standard operating procedure. Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.**Certifications** Radiation Therapy – Certification | North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board of Examiners | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources Radiation Therapy – Certification | American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) | Within 6 Months of Start Date | HR Primary Sources Basic Life Support (BLS) | American Heart Association (AHA) | Prior to Start Date | Learning Management System**Notes** ND Conditional/Temporary permit accepted prior to start RatePlan:Nurse and Allied_Travel_Regular 40GWW