Radiation Physicist jobs in Petersburg, VA
Radiation Physicist ensures the quality of care in the use of radiation-producing sources and imaging equipment and the protection of patients and staff from radiation. Calibrates all radiation therapy equipment, conducts X-ray machine performance surveys, and implements procedures to ensure quality control for electronic imaging devices. Being a Radiation Physicist recommends radiation safety procedures. Informs staff in radiation safety practices. Additionally, Radiation Physicist may require an advanced degree of radiation physics. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Radiation Physicist contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. To be a Radiation Physicist typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Radiation Therapy Technician - Per Diem - Outpatient
- VCUHSA VCU Health System Authority
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South Hill, VA
PER_DIEM
- The Radiology Therapy Technician applies ionizing radiation to the patient (inclusive of pediatric, adult and geriatric populations) in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the Radiation Oncologist and under the general supervision of the Chief Therapist. This position educates, prepares and reassures patients and their families by answering questions, providing physical assistance and reinforcing physicians' advice regarding treatment reactions and post-treatment care. This position also participates in the orientation and education of patients. Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Current registration as a Radiation Therapy Technologist (RTT) from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) or registry eligible ** Registry eligible new hires are required to take the certification test within the first 90 days of their hire date in this position and must successfully pass the test within the first 6 months. Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Current RTT by ARRT American Society of Radiologic Technologist (ASRT) certification with a minimum of 12 hours of documented continuing education annually Experience REQUIRED: None Experience PREFERRED: One (1) year of previous work experience as a Radiation Therapy Technologist Education/training REQUIRED: Graduate of an AMA accredited School of Radiation Therapy Technology Education/training PREFERRED: N/A Independent action(s) required: Works with minimal supervision, seeking advice from supervisor, physician or physics staff when required. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A Additional position requirements: On-call as well as extended hours due to patient load. Works at any or all of the VCU Clinics (Massey, HMP and SPMP). Works evening shift at SPMP. Age Specific groups served: All Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs. Lifting 50-100 lbs. Lifting greater than 100 lbs. Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive) Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, change Workday Day (United States of America) EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4. Who We Are Inventing better care, day by day by discovery Sound outrageous? It absolutely is. Sound impossible? That’s never stopped us before. Sound like hard work, intense research, collaboration with experts around the world, sheer brainpower meets unrelenting willpower? That’s. Exactly. Right. We’ll do whatever it takes to offer the best in care and empower the best in quality of life. And it’s an approach that works — whether it’s a patient who undergoes a new, life-saving procedure or a clinical researcher who finds promise in a new cancer treatment, exciting new medicine is happening at VCU Health. We have it all: • One college and four health sciences schools • An academic medical center • A Level I trauma center • One of only two NCI-designated cancer centers in Virginia • The region’s only full-service children’s hospital • More than 800 physicians in 200 specialties • With a community health center, dedicated research teams, facilities and valued partners in every field Our medical teams are top notch. And we’re not too shy to boast of internationally known physicians, some recognized as the best in the country, top-ranked local specialists and all-around all-stars at every level. From our very first years to our most recent advancements, we are driven to learn more, dig deeper, teach passionately and never rest in order to be a true leader in discovering what’s possible in health and recovery. We are a comprehensive system of care and a pioneer of health. Read VCU Health Year In Review for more about our accomplishments.
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Radiation Therapy Technician - Per Diem - Outpatient
- Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems
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South Hill, VA
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- The Radiology Therapy Technician applies ionizing radiation to the patient (inclusive of pediatric, adult and geriatric populations) in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the Radiati...
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Director Information Technology Operations
- InterEx Group
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Petersburg, VA
- The IT Operations Director is crucial in managing our day-to-day IT operations and ensuring smooth service delivery acro...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Registered Nurse - MedSurg
- The Fortus Group, Inc.
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Virginia State University, VA
- Fortus Healthcare Resources is seeking a Travel Med. Surg Registered Nurse for an immediate opening in PETERSBURG, VA . ...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
CDL-A Kroger Truck Driver - Home Weekly - Avg. $75k/Year
- U.S. Xpress
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Virginia State University, VA
- U.S. Xpress is Now Urgently Hiring Dedicated CDL-A Drivers in Roanoke, VA! CDL-A Kroger Truck Driver: Average $1,450 Wee...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,188 per week
- Hiring Now!
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Virginia State University, VA
- CrossMed is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Petersburg, Virginia. Job Description & Requi...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Electrician
- Boar's Head Provisions Co., Inc.
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Virginia State University, VA
- Hiring Company: Boar's Head Provisions Co., Inc. Overview: An Electrician with the ability, training, experience, and sa...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Patient Access Counselor - Evening
- Universal Health Services
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Virginia State University, VA
- Responsibilities Patient Access Counselor - Evening Poplar Springs Hospital is a 183 bed acute care and residential faci...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,058 per week
- Hiring Now!
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Virginia State University, VA
- Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Petersburg, Virginia. ...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $2,026 per week
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Virginia State University, VA
- GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Petersburg, Virginia. Job D...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Petersburg, Virginia
Petersburg is located at 37°12′46″N 77°24′1″W / 37.21278°N 77.40028°W / 37.21278; -77.40028 (37.21295, -77.400417).
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 23.2 square miles (60.1 km2), of which 22.9 square miles (59.3 km2) of land and 0.2 square miles (0.5 km2) (1.1%) is water.
Petersburg is located on the Appomattox River at the fall line, which marks the area where the Piedmont region (continental bedrock) and the Atlantic coastal plain (unconsolidated sediments) meet. The fall line is typically prominent where a river crosses its rocky boundary, as the...
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Income Estimation for Radiation Physicist jobs
$185,659 to $229,477
Petersburg, Virginia area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago
were up 1.2% from a year ago
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