Travel Radiation Therapist
Syracuse, NY
HumanEdge Travel Healthcare
5x8 hrs

Job Opportunity: Radiation Therapist

Qualifications

• AAS or AMA certified program completion
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license with 3-5 years of related experience
• New York State (NYS) license
• Must pass pre-employment health clearance

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver radiation therapy to patients as prescribed, following National Cancer Institute regulations
• Operate and maintain high-voltage, state-of-the-art radiation therapy equipment (e.g., Co-60, Linear Accelerator, Simulator)
• Coordinate patient appointments and interpret physician prescriptions for radiation delivery
• Take radiographic films to confirm treatment volume
• Perform pretreatment duties including tumor localization, contouring, and collecting physical factors for treatment planning
• Take patient photographs for portal verification
• Ensure patient safety by recognizing radiation reactions and providing proper care and instructions
• Comply with departmental and regulatory policies and procedures
• Record and maintain treatment records and port films
• Participate in departmental in-service and educational programs
• Coordinate departmental and inpatient activities to ensure proper patient care

Shift

• 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM