Precision Radiation Therapist | Cancer Care Expert

Cone Health; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Cone Health is seeking a Radiation Therapist to deliver high doses of ionizing radiation per established treatment plans for cancer patients. You will work with radiation oncologists and use linear accelerators and delivery devices to target tumors with precision.

You will position and immobilize patients, conduct pre-treatment verifications, explain procedures and potential side effects, and monitor patient responses while documenting all treatment details for the care team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy Technology program.
• Preferred: 2 years of experience as a registered radiation therapist.
• Licensure: ARRT in Radiation Therapy; BLS CPR.

Responsibilities

• Deliver precise radiation doses following treatment plans.
• Position and immobilize patients for accurate targeting.
• Verify treatment parameters pre-treatment.
• Explain procedures and potential side effects to patients.
• Provide emotional support and promote comfort.
• Protect patients and staff from unnecessary exposure.
• Document treatment details and observations.
• Monitor patient reactions and report changes to the team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy Technology program

Tools

Linear accelerators

Job description

Cone Health is seeking a Radiation Therapist to deliver high doses of ionizing radiation per established treatment plans for cancer patients. You will work with radiation oncologists and use linear accelerators and delivery devices to target tumors with precision.

You will position and immobilize patients, conduct pre-treatment verifications, explain procedures and potential side effects, and monitor patient responses while documenting all treatment details for the care team.