Radiation Therapist

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. Perform daily warm-up procedures on linear accelerators and report equipment variances .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeJackson • Tennessee • United StatesJuniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in administering radiation therapy, including SBRT and SRS procedures, while ensuring patient safety and comfort. Proficient in using Electronic Medical Record systems and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.

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Registered Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT)BLS CertificationRadiation Therapy Program Completion (JCERT)CT Simulation and DocumentationRadiographic Anatomy Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Radiation Therapy AdministrationSBRT ProceduresSRS ProceduresCT SimulationPatient PositioningIsocenter AlignmentCustom Block FabricationRadiation Dose AdministrationDocumentation in AriaBlood Bank Log Management

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCritical ThinkingCompassionate Patient Support

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)AriaEPICFluency

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT)BLS Certification

Industry Keywords

Radiation OncologySafety ProtocolsPatient MonitoringTreatment Time-OutsBlood Bank Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform daily warm-up procedures on linear accelerators and report equipment variances
Verify and deliver prescribed radiation therapy courses under Radiation Oncologist direction
Follow safety protocols and conduct daily treatment time-outs
Verify patient positioning and isocenter alignment using kV and/or Cone Beam CT imaging
Take port films as indicated by the physician
Sign off on treatment machine overrides and patient treatments
Monitor patients continuously via cameras and intercom while on the treatment table
Perform SBRT and SRS special procedures
Perform CT simulations, including positioning, immobilization, image acquisition, and documentation
Complete simulation documentation and SBRT setup sheets in Aria
Complete CT exams in EPIC and transcribe in Fluency
Monitor patients for reactions and treatment-related events and communicate findings to the care team
Administer prescribed radiation doses to blood products according to protocols and Blood Bank requirements
Document irradiated blood products in the Blood Bank Log
Provide compassionate support to patients and families throughout treatment
Communicate with Social Services when patient needs arise
Use the department's EMR for patient treatments
Take rotating call scheduled in one-week increments
Report directly to the Lead Therapist and remain accountable for the assigned shift

Requirements

What you’ll need

Successful completion of a Radiation Therapy Program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JCERT) or meeting the educational requirements established by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Must be registered as a Radiation Therapy Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT), with current license maintained at all times
BLS certification must be obtained within the orientation period and kept current
Knowledge of hospital and departmental policies and procedures, equipment, forms, and record keeping, normally acquired through 3 months of orientation
Ability to fabricate detailed custom blocks, immobilization devices, and treatment aids
Critical thinking skills to improve patient setups and treatments
High proficiency in radiographic anatomy and detailed knowledge of therapeutic radiation application
Training and ability to operate the Radiation Oncology department's Electronic Medical Record systems
Interpersonal skills to perform radiation therapy treatments, instruct and comfort patients, and exchange information continuously with physicians and staff