Radiation Therapist
Winchester, VA
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Allied Position Job Notes:

Travel or Local Allied Healthcare Professional needed for ASAP start. A minimum of 2+ years of recent hospital bedside experience is required. Candidates must be able to start within 5 weeks. Opportunity for extension upon successful completion of the initial assignment. $750 referral bonus available.

Opportunity:

Radiation Therapist

Job Details:

• Work Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (5x8 day shifts)
• 36 guaranteed hours per week
• No weekend requirements or on-call responsibilities
• 2 years of radiation therapy experience required
• Required certifications: BLS (AHA only), ARRT, and Virginia state license
• Must wear Caribbean Blue scrubs in accordance with facility dress code policy
• Work with EPIC electronic medical records system
• Provide daily care for cancer patients including accurate interpretation and delivery of radiation treatments
• Perform simulations and provide clinical instruction for radiation therapy students
• Assist in Brachytherapy procedures and treatment planning including tumor localization and dosimetry
• Check prescriptions, schedule patients, and explain pre-treatment and post-treatment procedures
• Prepare room and equipment according to prescriptions, including immobilization devices and field sizes
• Take and process images of all treated areas, maintain patient markings, and document treatment doses
• Monitor patients for unusual reactions, maintain radiation safety measures, and ensure accurate billing
• Create proper immobilization devices for 2-D, 3-D, and IMRT patients
• Interface with physicists, dosimetrists, physicians, nurses, and social workers

Facility:

This healthcare organization operates a comprehensive therapeutic radiology department specializing in cancer treatment services. The facility provides advanced radiation therapy treatments and maintains modern equipment for delivering precise cancer care. The organization emphasizes patient safety, accurate treatment delivery, and collaborative care with multidisciplinary teams including radiation oncologists, physicists, and supportive care professionals.

Location:

Winchester, VA

Winchester offers a charming blend of historic significance and modern amenities in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley, known for its beautiful landscapes and proximity to both Washington D.C. and outdoor recreation areas. The city provides an excellent quality of life with reasonable cost of living, making it an attractive location for healthcare professionals seeking career growth in a welcoming community setting.