Radiation Therapist | Casual On-Call

Radiation Therapist | Casual On‑Call (Gundersen Health System)

Emplify Health by Gundersen is seeking a skilled and dedicated individual to join our Radiation Oncology team as a casual on‑call Radiation Therapist supporting our La Crosse and Tomah locations.

Emplify Health by Gundersen is the leading provider of primary and specialized care in western Wisconsin, southeast Minnesota, and northeast Iowa, serving more than 500,000 residents annually. Our physician‑led, not‑for‑profit healthcare system includes a 325‑bed teaching hospital, Level II Trauma Center, community clinics, affiliate hospitals, and a range of service centers.

• Operate radiation therapy equipment to precisely simulate and treat patients with prescribed doses of ionizing radiation as directed by the Radiation Oncologist.
• Organize daily treatment and simulation schedules in cooperation with other therapists and the departmental secretary to ensure efficient department operation.
• Perform daily warm‑up of all equipment according to department policies and maintain supplies in the treatment room, simulator room, and film stock.
• Execute routine beam‑on time or monitor setting calculations and have them reviewed by the Radiation Oncologist and Radiation Physicist per departmental protocols.

• Casual On‑Call (non‑benefit eligible position)
• 8‑12 week training/orientation at both La Crosse and Tomah locations
• 8‑hour day shifts, Monday through Friday; no weekends, call, or holiday duty
• Must work a minimum of 3 shifts per quarter, with flexibility to pick up additional shifts as desired/available
• Starting pay $33.35 per hour and up, commensurate with experience

• Associate degree in Radiotherapy Technology from an accredited school or 120 credit hours toward a JCERT‑accredited bachelor program
• ARRT‑T (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists – Radiation Therapy) certification within three months of hire date
• Current Infant‑Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (with hands‑on learning) from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to provide compassionate and empathetic care to patients
• Effective communication skills to interact with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals and staff
• Previous Radiation Therapy experience preferred but not required

• Unlimited potential at one of the leading health systems in the Midwestern United States
• A supportive work environment that values personal and professional growth
• Professional Development Opportunities, Continuing Education, and a Career Development Center
• Flexible schedule within the defined shift structure

To apply or for more information, contact our Recruiting team at HR-Recruitment or call 608‑775‑0267.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Gundersen Health System is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees and applicants.