Radiation Therapist

Ascension • Elk Grove Village, IL

35d • Onsite

About The Position

Safely administer radiation therapy by delivering prescribed doses to specific patient areas. Prepare and accurately position patients, collaborating with physicians and dosimetrists to execute treatment plans. Maintain and calibrate technical equipment, including linear accelerators, to ensure operational accuracy. Maintain detailed session records and ensure prompt, high-quality submission of all images and data to PACS. Enforce regulatory standards and maintain a clean, safe, and orderly department environment.

Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Radiation Therapist credentialed from the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Radiation Therapist credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date required.
• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Responsibilities

• Safely administer radiation therapy by delivering prescribed doses to specific patient areas.
• Prepare and accurately position patients, collaborating with physicians and dosimetrists to execute treatment plans.
• Maintain and calibrate technical equipment, including linear accelerators, to ensure operational accuracy.
• Maintain detailed session records and ensure prompt, high-quality submission of all images and data to PACS.
• Enforce regulatory standards and maintain a clean, safe, and orderly department environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree