Art therapist Jobs in St. John's, NL

Higher Talent Healthcare is currently seeking qualified Radiation Therapists, for exciting full time, permanent opportunities on behalf of our client, Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services. These positions are located in both urban and rural settings across the eastern part of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.

Who We Are

NL Health Services employs over 21,000 professionals across the province in five geographical zones. We know that it is our people that make our organization great. Health care attracts smart, caring individuals who want to make a difference and help people. We are looking for compassionate professionals to come join us in helping provide health services and quality care in our communities.

The Community

Sitting on the edge of the Atlantic, Newfoundland and Labrador’s rugged beauty, breathtaking coastlines and “salt of the earth” people will draw you in. The culture, the character and the comfort you will experience here will make you feel truly at home. A perfect place to put down roots while building a practice, this province offers a mix of modern amenities, historical charm and nature’s wonders all in one – just what the doctor ordered, you might say.

The Opportunity

The Radiation Therapist provides a high standard of technical performance and patient care in the planning and delivery of accurate and precise treatment with ionizing radiation. This includes the administration of radiation treatments according to physician's prescription and set-up instructions to deliver a precisely measured dose to the defined tumour volume with minimal damage to the surrounding tissue. The Radiation Therapist I also assists in maintaining the daily appointment system through discussion with the Radiation Therapist II and the booking clerk; explains procedures, treatments and side effects to patients; participates in the simulation process to ensure accuracy and reproducibility of all positioning required for patient treatment; maintains accurate treatment records by recording treatment parameters daily to furnish documentary evidence of patient's treatment; participates in departmental quality assurance programs; performs weekly quality assurance checks on treatment charts; and performs other related duties.

Qualifications

Graduation from an approved (recognized) Radiation Therapy program is required

Current registration and member in good standing with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) in Radiation Therapy is required.

A satisfactory record of work performance is required.

Compensation / Hours and Incentives

Hourly : ($47.87 / hour ($32.18 base rate plus $15.69 pensionable market differential) to $56.39 / hour ($40.70 base rate plus $15.69 pensionable market differential)

The following Sign on Incentives may be applicable and can be combined :

1. Signing bonus up to $10,000

2. Come Home incentive up to $60,000

3. Relocation support

4. Student bursary up to $10,000

Hours of Work : 70 bi-weekly