Lead Therapist, Radiation Oncology - FT, Days

Southeast Hospital; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plan

Job summary

Mercy Southeast - Radiation Oncology in Cape Girardeau, MO is seeking a Radiation Therapist. The role delivers prescribed radiation therapy, performs chart checks before treatment, and maintains precise records. You will use CT simulation, IMRT, and dosimetry with modern treatment planning systems in a small clinic setting.

ARRT certification and CPR are required, with 3 years of clinical experience. Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of ARRT approved Radiation Therapy program.
• Registered by ARRT for Radiologic Technologist.
• 3 years experience as a radiation therapist.
• ARRT certification and CPR certification required.
• Familiar with dosimetry, CT simulation, e-imaging, cone-beam CT and IMRT.
• Bachelor's or Associate's degree preferred; Bachelor's preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver radiation therapy as prescribed by oncologist.
• Prepare and check charts before treatment start.
• Maintain accurate treatment records and documentation.
• Work with dosimetry process and treatment planning systems.
• Operate and verify record-and-verify systems and imaging tools.

Skills

ARRT certification

CPR certification

Radiation therapy

CT simulation

IMRT knowledge

Dosimetry

Record and verify systems

Education

ARRT approved program

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Cone-beam CT (CBCT)

Treatment planning systems

e-imaging

Record and verify systems

Job description

Overview

Deliver radiation therapy treatment to patients as prescribed by the radiation oncologist, perform and check chart preparation prior to start of treatment, perform basic e- calculations, and maintain accurate records of treatment. This position provides care to patients ranging from adolescents to geriatrics. Will perform all work with accord to the mission, vision, and values of Mercy Memorial Health Center.

Position Details

Location

Location

Location

• Cape Girardeau, Missouri
• Clinical/Allied Health
• Oncology - Medical
• Regular
• Full-time
• Mercy Hospital Southeast
• JR270700

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Position Details

Location

Mercy Southeast -Radiation Oncology

789 S Mt Auburn Road

Cape Girardeau, MO 63701

Hours/Schedule

Full-Time (40-hrs per week), Days

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of ARRT approved Radiation Therapy program
• Licensure: Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) for Radiological Technologist.
• Experience: 3 years experience working as a radiation therapist.
• Certifications: ARRT certified; CPR certified
• Other: worked with record and verify systems, ct simulation, basic calculations, e- imaging, cone-beam CT, and IMRT.Familiar with the dosimetry process and various treatment planning systems.
• Preferred Education: Bachelor's or Associate's degree; Bachelor's preferred.
• Preferred Other: Good computer skills. Ability to work in a small clinic.

Why Mercy?

• From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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