Radiation Therapist
Salem, OR
Access Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days

Job Opportunity: Radiation Therapist

Location: Salem, Oregon
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Monday through Friday, between 6am and 7pm (40 hours per week)
Start Date: ASAP
Call: No call required

Job Description

As a Radiation Therapist, you will simulate and administer radiation treatments to patients as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist and directed by the Radiation Physicist and Dosimetrist. Key responsibilities include:

• Interpreting prescriptions and treatment plans
• Completing patient identification processes
• Maintaining audio and visual surveillance of patients during treatment
• Accurately positioning patients for treatment
• Imaging patients as directed
• Annotating portal images appropriately
• Observing and reporting patient side-effects or unusual reactions
• Documenting treatment positions and tattoos/field borders using digital camera
• Safely transferring patients using proper body mechanics
• Performing simple RadCalc calculations for emergency treatments
• Constructing quality immobilization devices
• Tattooing patients safely and accurately
• Participating in daily chart rounds to coordinate patient care
• Completing chart checks and weekly cleaning tasks
• Fabricating custom blocks
• Coordinating simulation with clinic to support continuity of care

The work environment is fast-paced, treating 70-95 patients per day on three treatment machines.

Required Qualifications

• License:

  • ARRT National Radiology License
  • Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) State licensure required
• Certifications:

  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Experience:

  • Minimum 1 year of Radiation Therapy experience (highest requirement)
  • Experience with Varian TrueBeam or Edge, Aria systems preferred
• Education:

  • Successful completion of a Radiation Therapy program required
• Special Knowledge/Skills:

  • Basic operation of Linear Accelerators (Varian Truebeam, Trilogy, Acuity, GE Lightspeed CT preferred)
  • Familiarity with SBRT, SRS, and Breathhold Visual Management

Additional Requirements

• Physical exam within one year of start (can start with physical pending)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within one year of start
• Drug testing (10 panel) within 90 days of start
• Required immunizations or documented declinations: Tdap, Flu (seasonal), Hepatitis B, Varicella, Mumps, Rubella, Rubeola (Measles)
• Background checks including criminal, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, and international if applicable
• Competency exams and required training modules must be completed prior to or at start
• Badge photo required at least 8 days prior to start
• Fit mask testing to be completed onsite within the first week of starting (if applicable)

Notes

• No prior travel experience is explicitly required for this position.
• No call responsibilities.
• Fast-paced environment with high patient volume.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for Radiation Therapists with experience in advanced radiation therapy equipment and techniques, seeking a 13-week travel contract in Oregon.