Lead Radiation Therapy Technologist – Oncology

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A Therapeutic Radiologic Technologist in Radiation Oncology with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs must hold an accredited radiologic technology program and ARRT certification (T) in Radiation Therapy.

The incumbent will independently perform radiation therapy duties, oversee lower-grade therapists, and contribute to advanced competencies across specialties. Responsibilities include CT treatment planning, delivering prescribed radiation, coordinating schedules to maximize accelerator

Qualifications

• Certification in therapeutic radiologic technology (ARRT T) required.
• Completed program in radiologic technology; ED or JRCERT accreditation recognized.
• Must meet credentialing standards and maintain good standing.

Responsibilities

• This role performs CT treatment planning scans for localization and planning.
• Deliver prescribed therapeutic radiation for cancer therapy.
• Provide oversight, training, and encouragement to lower grade therapists.
• Schedule treatments to optimize accelerator times and accommodate emergencies.
• Prepare contrast materials for treatment simulations and communicate orders.

Skills

Technical oversight

Mentoring

Interdisciplinary communication

Quality assurance

Education

Radiologic technology certification/degree (JRCERT acc.)

Tools

Record and Verify System

CT simulator

Linear accelerator operation

Job description

A Therapeutic Radiologic Technologist in Radiation Oncology with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs must hold an accredited radiologic technology program and ARRT certification (T) in Radiation Therapy.

The incumbent will independently perform radiation therapy duties, oversee lower-grade therapists, and contribute to advanced competencies across specialties. Responsibilities include CT treatment planning, delivering prescribed radiation, coordinating schedules to maximize accelerator