Travel ContractRadiation Therapist
$2,962-3,289/week
Radiation Therapist
Lancaster, California
City of Hope Antelope Valley
$2,962-3,289/weekPosted Yesterday
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Radiation Therapist
Overview
- Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
- Location: Lancaster, California
- Employment type: Travel/Contract
- Contract length: 13 weeks
- Schedule: Day shift, 5 x 8 hours (10:00 to 18:30), Monday to Friday, 40 hours/week
- Schedule limits: No weekends, no on call, no float
- Clinic: Fast-paced, about 40 treatment visits per day, adult and geriatric patients with cancer diagnoses
- Equipment: One Varian treatment machine and one departmental CT simulator
- Provider support: IV Teams, Pharmacy, Radiology, Social Services
- Orientation: 8 hours
- Dress code: Wine/burgundy scrubs, not provided
- Travelers: First-time travelers are accepted
Required Qualifications
- Valid Radiation Therapist license in California
- Radiation Therapist (1 year of experience)
- Radiation Therapist experience within the last year
- ARRT (T)
- BLS issued by American Heart Association
- Experience working with Adult patients
- Experience in a(n) Acute Care setting
- Experience in a(n) Outpatient setting
- Custom Molds
- Custom Shield
- Block cutting
- CBCT/kV/mV imaging
- Wedges
- IMRT - Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy
- Respiratory Gating
About Lancaster, CA
As a Travel Radiation Therapist in Lancaster, CA here's what you should know:Cost of Living
- The cost of living in Lancaster, CA is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
- Lancaster experiences hot summers with average highs of around 95°F and lows of 60°F, while winters are cool with average highs of 57°F and lows of 32°F.
Furnished Housing
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Lancaster, CA, and they can be relatively easy to find.
Transportation
- Lancaster is car-friendly, with most residents relying on private vehicles for transportation.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
Demographics
- Lancaster has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to the desert climate.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
- Lancaster offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and music venues.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and exploring the nearby Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve.
- Sports enthusiasts can also find local teams and events to support.
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