Radiation Therapist
Grand Forks, North Dakota
Altru Hospital

Radiation Therapist - Radiation Oncology

Location: Grand Forks, North Dakota
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

The Radiation Therapist treats cancer patients using x-rays, responsible for precise patient positioning to deliver radiation accurately to the targeted area.

Work Schedule

• Monday through Friday
• 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• No weekend work

Responsibilities

• Deliver radiation therapy treatments according to physician prescription and standard procedures
• Precisely position patients relative to radiation beam and treatment area
• Observe and assess patients for clinical changes and report complications
• Apply principles of radiation physics, interactions, and protection (wear radiation film badge)
• Complete Quality Assurance tracking and maintain records
• Perform pain assessments and take appropriate actions
• Other duties as needed to support the department

Required Certifications

• Radiation Therapy Certification from North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board of Examiners (prior to start)
• ARRT Certification (within 6 months of start)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification (prior to start)
• ND Conditional/Temporary permit accepted prior to start

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Radiation Oncology specialty
• Recent travel experience required; preferably 3 completed travel assignments
• Epic experience required

Licensure

• North Dakota license required

Note: Local travelers are accepted; no radius rule or rate difference.