Radiation Therapist
Listed on 2026-10-23
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Healthcare
Radiation Therapist
Radiation Therapists simulate and treat patients with radiation therapy according to the physician prescription.
EducationBachelor's of Science
- Preferred
Associate of Science
- Required
1-2 Years ARRT registered and working with patients in the clinic.
- Preferred
Professional License with State of Practice
- Required
Professional Certification
- Required
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists(ARRT) registry eligible. Must obtain AART registry within one year of hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) - Required
Core Job Functions- Deliver accurately the prescribed planned course of radiation therapy. Check prescription, diagnosis, chart and patient identification by performing a time out at the beginning of each procedure. Maintain records of daily treatment and other records as required by department.
- Observe radiation safety measures for patient and personnel. Report erratic operation of equipment to Clinical Manager, Radiation Physicist, and/or Medical Engineer. Abides by ALARA.
- Transfers patients safely from one platform to another and maintains visual and audible communication with patient during procedures involving radiation. Maintains patient markings.
- Accurately provides documentation to support charges billed. Retain updated coding parameters in radiation therapy. Performs chart audits when designated.
- Educates patients regarding treatment procedures and reassures them. Maintains patient treatment schedules and communicates treatment times and appointments with patients. Mentors and teaches radiation therapy students.
- Observe patient for unusual reactions and events and report accurate information to nursing staff and/or radiation oncologist. Coordinates hospital transpiration for inpatients.
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