Description

American Traveler seeks a Radiation Therapist with ARRT(T) certification and 2+ years of experience for a comprehensive cancer center offering advanced treatment modalities in Hilo, Hawaii.

Details

• Work in the Radiation Oncology department of a comprehensive cancer center
• Treatment modalities include 3D, IMRT, SBRT, and electrons
• Set-ups include all treatment sites given the comprehensive nature of the cancer center
• Treat approximately 25-30 patients per day
• Uses Varian TrueBeam linear accelerator
• Uses ARIA and Epic EMR systems
• Rotating shifts with weekend and holiday coverage required
• 20-week assignment length

Requirements

• Active State of Hawaii Radiologic Technologist license as a Radiation Therapist required (license required if applicable, may apply upon offer acceptance but must be obtained by start of assignment)
• Current ARRT certification in Radiation Therapy (T)
• Current BLS certification
• Minimum of 2 years of progressively responsible imaging technologist/specialist experience
• Thorough knowledge of imaging procedures and techniques
• Proficiency with Varian TrueBeam linear accelerator and ARIA EMR required
• Ability to independently perform radiation therapy treatments, simulations, treatment planning, and fabrication of specialized treatment aids
• Knowledge of growth and development principles across the life span to provide age-specific patient care

Additional Information

• Provide oncology services for the island of Hawaii
• Independently perform radiation therapy treatments in accordance with physician prescriptions and instructions
• Assess patient status and interpret data to identify age-specific care requirements
• All travelers must report to Employee Health 48-72 hours prior to assignment start for a scheduled appointment
• Candidates should plan to arrive in Hawaii the Thursday before a Monday start to report to Employee Health that Friday morning