Radiation Therapist

Banner Health•Houston, TX

22d•Onsite

About The Position

Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center combines the expertise of Banner Health, one of the country’s largest nonprofit hospital systems, with the internationally renowned MD Anderson Cancer Center. We provide the quality care of MD Anderson to Arizona patients, ensuring they benefit from top-tier cancer treatment close to home. Our center offers a warm, personalized experience while providing access to MD Anderson trials and innovative therapies. Banner Boswell Radiation Oncology As a Radiation Therapist, you’ll be part of a high-performing, collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care in a technologically advanced and supportive environment. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic department with five treatment vaults, treating an average of 20–30 patients per vault each day. Department Operations & Workflow Therapists play a key role in the patient journey, starting from simulation through treatment delivery. Patients are typically scheduled 3–10 days post-simulation, with clear communication and tentative schedules provided upfront. Therapists coordinate closely with Physics and Dosimetry to ensure timely QA and chart checks, maintaining a smooth and efficient workflow. Technology & Equipment The department utilizes Varian TrueBeam, Versa Elekta, and Flexitron HDR machines. An exciting upgrade is planned for early 2026, replacing two Elekta machines with Halcyon and Ethos systems bringing cutting-edge technology to the team. Software systems include Mosaiq for record keeping and RayStation for treatment planning. Team & Culture Collaboration is a cornerstone of the department, with open communication across Teams and group threads involving RNs, Physicists, and Dosimetrists. While Dosimetrists work remotely, one typically visits onsite weekly to maintain strong team connections. Monthly therapist meetings include all service lines across Arizona, and interdisciplinary rounds are available for those who wish to participate. Training & Development Continuing education is actively supported through vendor-led in-services, many of which offer CE credits. Tuition reimbursement is available for those pursuing further education through Banner. Therapists have the opportunity to attend national conferences like ASTRO, with a rotation system ensuring fair access across service lines. Performance & Growth The department values career development and supports succession planning. Mid-year evaluations provide a platform for discussing long-term goals and advancement opportunities. Success is measured through Net Promoter Scores and quarterly patient satisfaction reviews, with a focus on celebrating wins and identifying areas for improvement. Schedule: 40hrs, Monday - Friday, 8hr shifts. Banner Boswell Medical Center has provided exceptional health care to the communities in the northwest area of metro-Phoenix for over five decades. Today, our 410-bed acute-care hospital is nationally recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of Arizona’s Best Hospitals. Banner Boswell offers a full range of acute care services, including cardiology, vascular, thoracic, oncology, orthopedics, neurology, general surgery, robotic surgery, rehabilitation, emergency, stroke, intensive care, pulmonary, urology, and inpatient wound management. We've earned the Society of Thoracic Surgeons highest quality award for CABG & aortic valve replacement and the Joint Commission’s Advanced Certification as a Primary Stroke Center. POSITION SUMMARY This position performs prescribed planned course of radiation therapy as directed by following department/facility policies, procedures, guidelines and protocols and in accordance with standards of professional radiation therapy practice. Performs needed assessment, care and treatment planning for patient population.

Requirements

Must possess a strong knowledge of clinical care as normally obtained through an Associate degree in radiation oncology or related field.
Requires national certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and licensure by the state regulatory agency if applicable.
BLS certification required.
Must be knowledgeable of clinical techniques, applications and equipment relative to the area of work.
Must demonstrate effective communication skills, human relations skills, and be safety conscious.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Performs radiation therapy treatments by following and verifying referring providers’ orders. Uses independent judgment and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures.
Educates patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment to be performed. Demonstrates professional behavior/conduct in all interactions; fosters teamwork, efficient use of resources and quality patient outcomes.
Operates treatment and treatment planning equipment to include simulation in accordance with departmental policy. Prepares treatments and administers prescribed doses in accordance with established policies. Prepares and maintains accurate documentation.
Demonstrates competence in performing prescribed invasive/interventional procedures in accordance with established policies.
Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements. Demonstrates the ability to trouble shoot and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance. Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors. Adheres to radiation safety practices. Ensures the safe receipt, administration, storage, and disposal of radioactive materials utilizing ALARA principles.
Accountable for the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to radiation oncology practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information.
Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department.
Independently performs prescribed radiation therapy procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols to patients.
Internal customers: All levels of radiation oncology, nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team.
External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients, caregivers and family members.