PRN Proton Radiation Therapist

Job Information

Closing Date: 01/15/2026

Type of Position: Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support

Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)

Work Shift: Shift Vary (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available: No

Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Department: ICE | CASL CA ROC Clinical Treatment

Summary of

Job Duties:

The Radiation Therapist is responsible for administering, simulating and recording radiation treatment set‑ups to patients as prescribed by a radiation oncologist. Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Operations Director, is responsible for radiation therapy procedures, dose calculations, chart, and routine consistency checks on the treatment machine and simulator during a treatment day, five days a week. Incumbent is subject to overtime and call back as required by the center.

• Health:
  Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement:
  Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in radiation therapy PLUS two (2) years of experience in a healthcare environment OR Bachelor's degree in radiation therapy
• Current registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists as a radiation therapist with an accredited program of radiation therapy technology PLUS Current Licensure as a Radiation Therapist with the Arkansas Department of Health.
• Current BLS certification or must successfully obtain certification within the first 30 days of employment.

• Positions patients for treatment with accuracy and administers doses of radiation to specific body parts using radiation therapy equipment according to physician's prescription and established practices and standards.
• Monitors radiation therapy equipment to ensure proper operation and follows principles of radiation protection to ensure safety for patient, self, and others.
• Reviews prescription, diagnosis, patient chart, and identification.
• Maintains required records, reports, and files, including radiation dosages, equipment settings, and patient's reaction.
• Conducts treatment sessions independently, in accordance with long term treatment plan and under the general direction of patient's physician.
• Inputs data into computer and sets controls to operate and adjust equipment or regulate dosage.
• Observes and reassures patients during treatment and reports unusual reactions to physician.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Commiserate with education and experience

• License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions)
• List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)
• Resume

Proof of Veteran Status

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Please contact Human Resources  general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at ask recruitment.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

• Annual TB Screening
• Criminal Background Check
• Substance Abuse Testing

Constant Physical Activity: Hearing, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity: Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity: Kneeling, Sharps, Stooping

No