Radiation Therapist I

UCHealth•Colorado Springs, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Administers radiation therapy as prescribed by a physician, in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and the organization’s policies, values, and mission. This onsite, full-time position is based at UCHealth UCHlth Cancer Ctr Mem Central in Colorado Springs and works a day shift for 80 hours per two-week pay period. The pay range is $43.70–$61.17 per hour, depending on relevant experience. The role includes reviewing patient histories, physician orders, and treatment plans; educating patients; monitoring their condition; collaborating with physicians and dosimetrists; delivering prescribed radiation treatments; positioning patients and performing imaging; and preparing, operating, and troubleshooting equipment. Advanced procedures and complex treatments may include 4D and contrast CT simulations, Deep Inspiration Breath Hold, brachytherapy, SBRT, SRS, SGRT, RTI, and 4D-Cone Beam CT. The position requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment. UCHealth describes a career ladder through which employees can develop skills and responsibilities and increase pay. The organization offers a total rewards program that includes performance recognition and pay increases, health and well-being resources, time away from work, retirement and savings plans, and education and career-development opportunities. Eligibility for some programs depends on scheduled work hours.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy Technologist program.
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT(T)) certification.
BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross; a card must be in hand before the start date and remain valid through 60 days after hire. Renewals must be issued by the American Heart Association.
Critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
Ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

Responsibilities

Review patient history, physician orders, and the radiation therapy treatment plan.
Educate patients about procedures, equipment, and exams to support understanding and cooperation.
Continuously monitor patient condition and respond appropriately to changes in status.
Collaborate with physicians and dosimetrists to determine patient treatment plans.
Deliver radiation therapy according to the prescribed plan, including advanced CT simulations or operation of the linear accelerator for complex treatments.
Position patients and perform imaging procedures.
Analyze image quality, identify issues, and take corrective action, such as repositioning patients or repeating procedures.
Enter, transmit, and report imaging results accurately.
Prepare equipment and supplies, including the linear accelerator.
Select appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters, implement safety standards, and perform quality control procedures.
Troubleshoot equipment, resolve malfunctions, or report them as necessary.

Benefits

Three-Year Incentive Bonus, paid in October during the third year of employment.
Annual merit pay increases based on performance, experience, skills, and cost of living.
Annual market reviews of positions and base pay adjustments as needed.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
Free Care.com membership.
Voluntary benefits, including accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
Paid time off, paid family and medical leave (including Colorado FAMLI), and leaves of absence.
Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage, with buy-up options.
Employer-provided short-term and long-term disability coverage, with a buy-up option.
403(b) plan with employer matching contribution; an additional 457(b) plan may be available.
Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; a health savings account is available with enrollment in a high-deductible medical plan.
Tuition, books, and fees paid up to 100% for specific educational degrees; other programs may qualify for up to $10,000 per year prepaid or up to $5,250 per year in tuition reimbursement.
Access to LinkedIn Learning and internal professional development opportunities.
Free assistance navigating Public Service Loan Forgiveness and submitting federal student loans for forgiveness.