PRN Proton Radiation Therapist

Position Information

• Closing Date: 10/29/2025
• 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

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

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, 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.

• 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.

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

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities 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 may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Please contact Human Resources at ask recruitment for any recruiting related questions.