280645 - Radiation Therapist - Mt Vernon, WA - 13 Weeks Contract Sigma Healthcare team is currently looking for a Radiation Therapist to work onsite at our client's healthcare facility in Mt Vernon, WA
Shift: 08:00-16:30, 8 hrs Mon-Fri
Position Summary: - The Radiation Therapist is responsible for localization of treatment areas and administration of radiation treatments to patients under the direction of the Radiation Oncologist.
Essential Job Functions: - Administers radiation therapy.
- Ensures all documents required for treatment are completed.
- Performs simulations and simulation radiography (i.e. CT, MRI, and PET) to localize treatment area while confirming treatment plan with the Radiation Oncologist.
- Educates patient regarding procedure on first day of treatment.
- Observes all safety regulations concerning ionizing radiation both for self and patients and reporting any incidence outside of normal operating parameters to the Medical Physicist.
- Attends weekly chart rounds and monthly department meetings.
- Maintains a safe and clean environment within the work setting.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: - Demonstrates sound judgment, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times.
- Exercises tact, discretion, sensitivity, and maintains confidentiality.
- Performs essential job functions successfully in a busy and stressful environment.
- Learns current and new computer applications and office equipment utilized at Bozeman Health.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Analyzes, organizes, and prioritizes work while meeting multiple deadlines.
Minimum Qualifications: - Graduated from an accredited Radiation Therapy school.
- American Heart Association BLS.
- Seeking experienced Certified Radiation Therapist, RTT ASRT for Moses Lake Campus in Mt Vernon, WA.
- Must have experience with ARIA and TrueBlue
- Must have current WA Certification: Radiation Therapist RT(T) ASRT