RADIATION THERAPIST

Moffitt Cancer Center

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About The Position

Radiation therapists work under the guidance of radiation oncologists to administer prescribed radiation treatment to cancer patients. The role includes performing patient treatments, machine warmups, calculations, and simulations, and ensuring radiation safety measures. Using specialized equipment such as linear accelerators, therapists deliver precise radiation to specific areas of the body while monitoring patients, maintaining records, and providing emotional support. The position requires technical proficiency, attention to detail, and a compassionate approach to patient care.

Minimum education is an associate's degree. In lieu of an associate degree, a high school diploma or GED may be considered if ARRT certification was obtained before January 1, 2015. A bachelor's degree is preferred. Required credentials include Basic Life Support (BLS), ARRT Radiation Therapy certification (R.T.(T)), and Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT).

Requirements

• Associate's degree; a high school diploma or GED may be considered in lieu of an associate degree if ARRT certification was obtained before January 1, 2015.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• ARRT Radiation Therapy certification (R.T.(T)).
• Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) credential.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed radiation treatment to cancer patients under the guidance of radiation oncologists.
• Perform patient treatments, machine warmups, calculations, and simulations.
• Ensure radiation safety measures.
• Operate specialized equipment, such as linear accelerators, to deliver precise radiation to specific areas of the body.
• Monitor patients during treatment.
• Maintain patient records.
• Provide emotional support to patients.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree