Radiation Therapist Per Diem

Banner Health • Sterling, CO

11d • $45 - $74

About The Position

The Radiation Therapist performs prescribed courses of radiation therapy under provider direction and in accordance with department and facility policies, procedures, guidelines, protocols, and professional practice standards. The position assesses patients, supports treatment planning, operates treatment and planning equipment including simulation, prepares and administers prescribed doses, and maintains accurate documentation. The therapist educates patients and families, upholds professional and ethical responsibilities, and helps ensure efficient departmental workflow and quality patient outcomes.

The role includes performing equipment quality-control measurements, troubleshooting equipment issues, maintaining a safe environment, following radiation-safety practices, and safely handling radioactive materials using ALARA principles. The position works with radiation oncology colleagues, nursing and medical staff, the wider interdisciplinary care team, patients, caregivers, families, and regulatory and health agencies.

This is a per-diem, as-needed position at Sterling Regional MedCenter in Sterling, Colorado. The scheduled shift is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; weekends and on-call work are not required. The compensation range is $44.65–$74.41 per hour.

Requirements

• Associate degree in radiation oncology or a related field, with clinical-care knowledge normally obtained through this education.
• 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, verifying referring providers’ orders and applying established methodologies and independent judgment.
• Educate patients and families about procedures and treatments, and foster professional interactions, teamwork, efficient resource use, and quality outcomes.
• Operate treatment and treatment-planning equipment, including simulation; prepare treatments, administer prescribed doses, and document care accurately.
• Perform prescribed invasive or 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 ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities, including maintaining confidentiality.
• Support efficient departmental workflow and independently perform prescribed radiation therapy procedures in accordance with department and facility policies, procedures, and protocols.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree