Radiation Therapist

Banner Health•Lawrenceville, IL

9d•$45 - $74•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiation Therapist performs prescribed courses of radiation therapy as directed, following department and facility policies, procedures, guidelines, protocols, and professional practice standards. The role includes patient assessment, care, and treatment planning. The therapist independently carries out prescribed procedures, verifies provider orders, educates patients and families, operates treatment and planning equipment, and prepares and maintains accurate treatment documentation. The position also involves equipment quality control and troubleshooting, radiation safety, and ensuring efficient departmental workflow. The position is based at Banner North Colorado Medical Center’s Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center in Greeley, Colorado. The Radiation Oncology department has facilities in Greeley and Loveland, with a TrueBeam, CT simulator, and HDR brachytherapy at each location. The program includes a GYN and prostate HDR program and weekly chart rounds with MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. The schedule is 40 hours per week, five days per week, on day shift. A $20,000 sign-on bonus and relocation assistance are available; the recruiter will provide sign-on eligibility criteria.

Requirements

Associate degree in radiation oncology or a related field, or equivalent clinical knowledge as specified in the minimum qualifications.
National certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
State regulatory agency licensure, if applicable.
BLS certification.
Knowledge of clinical techniques, applications, and equipment relevant to the work area.
Effective communication and human relations skills.
Safety-conscious approach.

Nice To Haves

Previous radiation therapy experience.
Additional related education and/or experience.

Responsibilities

Perform prescribed radiation therapy treatments and verify referring providers’ orders, using independent judgment and established methodologies.
Educate patients and families about procedures and treatments, and demonstrate professional conduct that supports teamwork, efficient resource use, and quality outcomes.
Operate treatment and treatment-planning equipment, including simulation equipment; prepare and administer prescribed doses according to policy.
Prepare and maintain accurate documentation.
Perform prescribed invasive and interventional procedures in accordance with established policies.
Perform and evaluate equipment quality-control measurements, troubleshoot issues, and notify appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance.
Maintain a safe environment and follow radiation safety practices, including safe receipt, administration, storage, and disposal of radioactive materials using ALARA principles.
Meet the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities of radiation oncology practice, including maintaining confidentiality.
Help ensure efficient departmental workflow.
Independently perform prescribed radiation therapy procedures in accordance with department and facility policies, procedures, and protocols.