Travel Radiation Therapist
Rapid City, SD
Voca Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Retention Bonus
$2,768/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$1,480/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,288/week
Benefits
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Retention bonus
- Guaranteed Hours
Description
experience required? 3-5 years of experience specific to Radiation Oncology 5 years is most preferredWill you accept a first-time traveler? YesTravelers must live 100 miles away from any Monument Health facilityPermanent staff must wait 1 full year to return as a travelerPatient Types:Radiation Oncology - Inpatient and Outpatient 98-99% outpatient population Cancer Care Institute is attached to MH Rapid City hospital and inpatients will be brought down per transport teamDepartment will see, on average, 60 patients per dayWill treat all types of cancers, to include but not limited to: Lung, Breast, Brain, Head/Neck, GYN, metastatic disease, LymphomasPatient Ratios:2:1; 2 therapists per treatment machineCT SIM - 2:1; 2 therapists per CT simulationRequired
Employer
Voca Healthcare
44 nurses recommend working with Voca Healthcare
Pros
Responsive, very helpful , open , reasonable
Cons
None
Recommends working with Voca Healthcare
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About Rapid City, SD
As a Travel Radiation Therapist in Rapid City, SD here's what you should know:- Rapid City's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 85°F, while the average low in winter is around 16°F, so be prepared for a wide range of temperatures throughout the year.
- Short-term rentals are relatively easy to find in Rapid City, with options ranging from apartments to fully furnished homes, especially in the downtown area.
- Rapid City is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and plenty of parking.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
- Rapid City has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the city's healthcare facilities.
- Rapid City offers a variety of activities, including numerous restaurants offering local and international cuisine, art galleries, live music venues, sports events, and plenty of outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and exploring nearby national parks.
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