Radiation Therapist PRN - Maryland

Job DetailsJob Location: Montgomery County Maryland - Montgomery County, MD 20812Position Type: ContractorEducation Level: 2 Year DegreeSalary Range: $53.00 - $75.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayJob Category: Health CareAre you looking for a great place to work? TNM is currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Travel and PRN to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for delivering radiation therapy treatments as prescribed by Radiation Oncologists while ensuring patient safety, comfort, and accuracy throughout the treatment process. This role requires strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced clinical environment. The ideal candidate demonstrates professionalism, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality patient-centered care.  Key Responsibilities  Provide a compassionate and comfortable environment for patients undergoing treatment.  Educate patients and their families about the treatment process, possible side effects, and aftercare.  Accurately deliver the prescribed radiation dose to the correct location, according to the treatment plan.  Operate advanced radiation therapy equipment, including linear accelerators, ensuring regular calibration and safety checks.  Collaborate closely with medical physicists to ensure accurate dose measurements and treatment delivery.  Ensure accurate patient positioning using imaging guidance techniques.  Participate in the customization of patient immobilization devices and shielding.  Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of patient treatments, equipment calibration, and quality assurance checks.  Monitor and document patient reactions to treatment and report any unusual findings to the Radiation Oncologist.  Work collaboratively with Radiation Oncologists, medical physicists, dosimetrists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.  QualificationsQualifications  Completion of an accredited radiation therapy program.  Current certification or licensure in radiation therapy in accordance with state and national regulations.  Teamwork and collaboration skills across multiple departments.