Position Summary: Under general supervision, the radiation therapist safely and correctly operates radiation producing equipment to simulate patients for treatment and administer radiation therapy treatments, as prescribed by the radiation oncologist.  

 

Essential Functions and Responsibilities as Assigned:

Administers radiation treatments as prescribed by the radiation oncologist. Maintains EMR and other documentation related to treatment simulation and delivery. Assists in simulation procedures, as ordered by the radiation oncologist, for the purpose of treatment planning. With supervision, fabricates treatment immobilization devices and treatment aids, as ordered by the radiation oncologist, for the purpose of treatment planning. Participates in imaging and alignment procedures for radiation treatment delivery, as directed by the radiation oncologist. Schedules simulation and treatment appointments; facilitates communication of scheduling with patient and staff.

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in radiation therapy or in final clinical rotation of accredited radiation therapy program.   Eligible for board certification in radiation therapy from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Obtains board certification within one year of employment as a radiation therapist. BLS certification as healthcare provider or obtains within 6 months of employment as a radiation therapist.

 

Preferred: 

Bachelor’s degree in radiation therapy. Active member of the American Society of Radiation Therapists (ASRT)  Additional Information Schedule: Part-time Requisition ID: 25004070 Daily Work Times: Variable Hours Per Pay Period: 60 On Call: No Weekends: No