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The University of Miami UHealth at SoLé Mia opening September 2025, will bring high-quality academic medicine to North Miami, Aventura, and surrounding communities.

Our expert team of physicians and staff will represent a wide range of specialties, including NCI–designated Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center and Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, the number one eye hospital in the nation. UHealth at SoLé Mia will also deliver the latest in urologic treatments from the renowned Desai Sethi Urology Institute as well as top-notch care from UHealth’s nationally ranked neurology and neurosurgery programs.

 

The University of Miami UHealth – Department of Radiation Oncology - at SoLé Mia has an exciting opportunity for a full time Radiation Therapy Technologist 3.

The Radiation Therapy Technologist 3simulates and administers radiation treatment to patients as prescribed by the physician. The incumbent monitors the patient’s physical condition to determine if any adverse side effects are taking place and provides emotional support as needed.

SIGN-ON BONUS: $10,000

Job DescriptionCORE JOB SUMMARY
The Radiation Therapy Technologist 3 simulates and administers radiation treatment to patients as prescribed

by the physicians. The incumbent monitors the patients’ physical conditions to determine whether any adverse

side effects are taking place and provides emotional support. The Radiation Therapy Technologist 3 assists in overseeing the work of radiation therapists, to include accuracy of work, productivity, and progress of patients.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
1. Administers doses of radiation to specific body parts, using radiation therapy equipment according to established practices and standards, as prescribed by the physician.
2. Positions patients for treatment with accuracy according to prescription.
3. Reviews prescription, diagnosis, patient chart, and identification.
4. Maintains records, reports, and files as required, including information such as radiation dosages, equipment settings and patient reactions.
5. Observes the patient’s clinical progress and uses clinical decision-making skills to recognize and report any signs of complications.
6. Follows principles of radiation protection for patient, self, and others. Adheres to the radiation safety procedure protocol.
7. Operates a variety of computerized simulation and treatment machines safely and effectively. Performs and documents daily machine safety checks. Understands safe limits of equipment operations, and reports and identifies abnormalities or inconsistencies to the proper authority.
8. Constructs immobilization devices and employs custom blocking techniques that are conducive to conformal radiation therapy.
9. Utilizes sophisticated imaging equipment and treatment planning systems for precise tumor localization.
10. Works closely with the Radiation Oncologist and the therapy team in the preparation of a treatment plan that is customized to the patient’s needs.
11. Collaborates internally with Radiation Oncology and externally with Medical Oncology and Oncology Support Services for the coordination of patient care and effective scheduling of radiation patients.
12. Performs simulations according to physician’s orders. Coordinates the scheduling of new start patients, daily treatments, and simulations.
13. Acts as a resource therapist for all staff members. Understands and trouble-shoots general technological equipment necessary to the department to ensure safe, appropriate, and effective patient care.
14. Assists in the inventory and management of technical supplies.
15. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Associate degree in relevant field required

Experience:
Minimum 4 years of relevant experience required

Certification and Licensing:
Valid State of Florida Registered Radiation Therapy license required
Refer to department description for applicable certification requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

This is a core job profile description and is not reflective of all duties that may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this core job profile. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

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Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

H13