Introduction

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Radiation Therapist PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Rapides Regional Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

Rapides Regional Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
  
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
  
• Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
  
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  
• Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Radiation Therapist PRN where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

The Radiation Therapist will administer the actual radiation treatment as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist, and using the parameters as calculated by the Medical Physicist and Dosimetrist. The Radiation Therapist is expected to adhere to all standards of practice for the profession.

What You Will Do In This Role:

• Ability to operate a Linear Accelerator safely and accurately.
• Knowledge of anatomy as it relates to radiation therapy.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and families/significant others.
• Able to modify job duties and communicate with customers in an age appropriate manner.
• Ability to interact with other departments and Cancer Center Staff.
• Ability to schedule and coordinate patient treatments and exams.
• Promotes the use of universal precautions in situations where indicated.
• Is aware of patients changing needs as treatment progresses.
• Maintains work area and treatment rooms in ready condition.
• Ability to identify potential or actual victims of abuse, and understand proper reporting mechanism.
• Provides patient, family, and/or significant other education that promotes healthy behaviors, supports recovery, and enables the patient to be involved in decisions regarding their care.
• Appropriately assesses the patient’s pain and involves the patient in effective management of the pain using age appropriate interventions.
• Able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on the physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and related criteria appropriate to the following age groups: Adult and Geriatric.
• Machine QA and daily warm-up.
• CT Simulator daily warm-up.
• Give patient instructions of Simulation & Treatment procedures.
• Assist with CT scan for patient simulation.
• Demonstrates ability to charge all procedures.
• Perform the following treatment set-ups:
• Breast-to include 3 fields
• Pelvis-to include 6 field, 3D, and IMRT
• Head & Neck, to include IMRT
• Chest-to include oblique fields
• Abdomen
• Brain-to include whole & partial
• Electron set-up
• Fabricate immobilization devices-aquaplast, vac-lock
• Demonstrates ability to take port films and electronic portal images.

What qualifications you will need:

• Registered Radiographer (ARRT)
• Radiation Therapy
• Basic Cardiac Life Support, or CPR for Healthcare Providers must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• Associate Degree, or Bachelors Degree

This role requires you to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 based on local, state and /or federal law or regulations (unless a medical or religious exemption is approved).

Rapides Regional Medical Center is a 350+ bed hospital and ER in Alexandria, Louisiana. We offer services ranging from Cancer Care to Wound Care. Our medical staff includes doctors in more than 30 medical specialties. At Rapides Regional we believe that well-defined values are the key to nurturing staff and patient satisfaction. By joining our team you contribute to the positive culture of the hospital. This culture impacts the well-being of patients and their families. It also impacts your colleagues, and your own personal job satisfaction. Learn what our commitment to patient satisfaction, service excellence and professional expertise can do for your career.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Radiation Therapist PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status