Part-Time Late Shift - Radiation Therapist

Description

Step into a role where precision meets purpose. As the Part-Time Radiation Therapist on the late shift, you’ll play a vital role in delivering accurate, compassionate care when it matters most. Under the direct supervision of the radiation oncologist, you’ll ensure each patient receives their prescribed dose safely and smoothly.

it’s a chance to be the steady hand and calming presence during extended hours, making a real difference in the lives of patients. Expect a work environment that values focus, flexibility, and teamwork, with just the right touch of variety

Join a team that’s dedicated, driven. 

SHIFT DETAILS & BENEFITS:

· Schedule: Monday - Friday

· Initial Shift Hours: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM

· Future Shift Transition: Once sufficient staffing is achieved, hours will adjust to 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

· Maximum Hours: Up to 30 hours per week

· Part-time employees are not eligible for benefits or paid time off (PTO)

· May be eligible for bonuses and merit increases based on performance and organizational guidelines

· Time Off Requests: Time without pay may be requested with a minimum of 2 weeks' notice to allow for appropriate coverage scheduling

Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES :

· Properly shutting down the linear accelerator.

· Be able to troubleshoot the machine, 4D software and OBI software efficiently.

· Explain treatment plans and simulations. 

· Use two identifiers for ALL patients.

· Follow safety procedures to protect the patient and themselves from overexposure to radiation.

· Use proper imaging protocol to determine the exact location of the area requiring treatment. (MV, KV, CBCT)

· Accurately capture daily activity charges. 

· Being able to operate the machine to treat the patient with radiation.

· Monitor the patient’s response to radiation treatment and report it to the medical assistant if there is no oncology nurse.

· Familiar with ARIA platform for documentation and plan checking checks.

· Deliver correct dose to the correct site on patient. 

· Maintain a clean treatment and simulation room, dressing rooms and console area. 

· Properly close the facility.

EQUIPMENT: 

· Varian 21ix

· TrueBeam

· Smart Arc

· OBI (IGRT/CBCT)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Be able to lift up-to 50 pounds

· Walking and proper use of body mechanics to lift and move patients. 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

· Graduate of JRCERT approved Radiation Therapy program.

· Bachelors or Associates of Science in Radiation Therapy.

· Registration with ARRT.