Radiation Therapist
Ottumwa, Iowa
Ottumwa Regional Health Center

Radiation Therapist - Travel Position

Location: Ottumwa, Iowa
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Specialty: Radiation Therapist
• Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• Weekly Hours: 40 hours guaranteed
• Call Requirements: No call; may occasionally work slightly over 40 hours depending on patient volume
• Float Requirements: None
• Experience Required: Minimum 1 year
• Certifications: Required (specific certifications not listed)

Unit & Patient Information

• Patient Ratios: 15-24 patients on machines on average
• Equipment Used:

  • Varian TrueBeam
  • Identify system
  • GE CT Scanner
• Patient Population: Adult patients (no children)
• Radiation Oncology Team:

  • Physics coverage 3 days per week
  • One radiation oncologist on site
  • Dosimetry available on site
• Additional Responsibilities: CT simulation, assistance with chart checks

Work Environment & Dress Code

• Dress Code: No scrub color preference
• Attire: No unacceptable attire specified

Facility Overview

• Regional health center providing a wide range of services including emergency medicine, critical care, medical/surgical, acute rehabilitation, obstetrics, pediatrics, and specialty services such as cardiac catheterization, radiology, wound care, pain clinic, sleep lab, and pathology.
• Team-oriented environment with highly trained and dedicated staff focused on individualized patient care.

Requirements for Application

• Full submittal packet including:

  • Resume
  • Candidate self-assessment
  • Skills checklist

This position requires the ability to start within 7-10 days of offer. Housing options are available.