Radiation Therapist PRNSebring, FL

Radiation Therapist Per Diem

Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we're committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support

Schedule: PRN

Shift: Days

Location: 4200 Sun 'n Lake Boulevard Sebring, FL 33872

The community you'll be caring for: AdventHealth Sebring

• Faith Based & Mission driven Facility
• Largest Employer in the County
• Surrounded by beautiful Lakes, Golf Courses and Florida's oldest State Park
• Close knit community with a home town family feel
• 2 hours to just about any beach on either Coast
• Local arts scene from museums and theaters to festivals and galleries
• Local restaurants with the authentic taste of Florida
• Near 100 clear, freshwater lakes. Ideal for swimming, boating and fishing
• Beautiful agriculture and farmland
• Sebring is known for motorsports and home to the famous Sebring International Raceway
• Nature and hiking trails

The role you'll contribute:

Under the direction of the Lead Radiation Therapist, the Radiation Therapist applies ionizing radiation to the patient as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist. He/She has the responsibility for the efficient and safe operation of the department with special emphasis on the delivery of the prescribed radiation treatment. The therapist should understand the mechanics of specific diseases and treatment planning, and be involved in verification of these factors. He/She will be given the opportunity to do a rotation in simulation to then assume the responsibility for a safe and efficient patient simulation. Will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the care/needs of an assigned group of patients. Must maintain the treatment machine QA and report any malfunctions or discrepancies in output to the Department Physicist. Responsibility to adhere to the Florida Hospital Corporate Compliance plan, to the rules and regulations of all local, state and Federal agencies, and to the standards of all accrediting bodies.

The value you'll bring to the team:

• Performs moving QA on the treatment unit.
• Able to assess that equipment is operating according to physics policy.
• Calls appropriate person immediately after equipment malfunctions, clears faults on the unit that have been approved by physics.
• Reviews all new starts by checking the blocks, simulation printout, dose and calculation sheet; checks prescription for field verification; uses digital camera to verify patient positioning and field orientation;
• Checks EMR for prescription and treatment parameters, doses, wedges, and monitor units.

Qualifications

The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed:

• Graduate of an approved program in Radiation Therapy
• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (T)
• CRT - Certified Radiologic Technologist FL License
• Or RAD THER - Radiation Therapist, Registered FL License
• BCLS - Basic Life Support

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

Category: Cancer Institute

Organization: AdventHealth Heartland

Schedule: Per Diem

Shift: 1 - Day

Req ID: 25009469

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.