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TotalMed lists this Travel Radiation Therapist - $2,682 per week opportunity in altoona, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Title and Location
TNAA TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Radiation Therapist for a travel job in Altoona, Pennsylvania.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Radiation Therapist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours
Employment Type: Travel
We're looking for Radiation Therapists for an immediate travel opening in Altoona, PA. The right Radiation Therapist should have 1 year of experience. Read below for more requirements.
As a Radiation Therapist, you will be responsible for administering radiation treatments to patients as prescribed by a radiation oncologist. You'll play a critical role in the treatment of cancer and other diseases, ensuring patient safety, comfort, and accuracy throughout the therapy process.
As a Radiation Therapist, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:
Administer prescribed doses of radiation to specific body parts using radiation therapy equipment
Position patients accurately and comfortably for each treatment session
Verify treatment settings and patient identity before delivering therapy
Monitor patients during procedures to ensure safety and comfort
Use imaging technology (e.g., CT, X-rays) to guide accurate treatment delivery
Document treatment details and maintain accurate patient records
Communicate effectively with physicians, dosimetrists, and other team members
Educate patients and families on procedures, side effects, and care during treatment
Inspect, maintain, and calibrate radiation therapy equipment regularly
Follow strict radiation safety protocols for both patients and staff
The ideal candidate must have at least one year of experience as a Radiation Therapist. Additionally, they should possess a current BLS certification and hold the ARRT (T) National Certification. State licensure may be required.
Radiation Therapists should be able to stand for long periods, work precisely with complex equipment, and offer compassionate care in emotionally sensitive situations.
Requirements*: BLS, ARRT (T), 2 Years
* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.
TotalMed Allied Job ID # . Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Therapy - Ther RAD - Travel
About TNAA TotalMed Allied
In the fast‑paced, highly competitive industry that is healthcare, you need a partner who works for and with you. At TotalMed, we’re a team who really cares. Our goal is to give gold standard customer care by enhancing the recruiter‑traveler partnership with a high level of integrity and fun while supporting the experience you want to have throughout your travel career.
Our recruiters can help you evaluate the best healthcare jobs offered nationwide by uncovering your ideal career path and providing as much information as possible to assist in making the best decision for you in a no‑pressure atmosphere.
We care like no others so that you can care like no other.
What the TotalMed experience can offer you:
Top paying contracts
24×7 concierge one‑on‑one service to meet your needs
Long or short term contracts available nationwide
Top 10 agency per recent traveler surveys
Come experience the “Care like no other” difference!
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Worksite address
altoona, PA, 16603, US
Who can apply
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