Precision Radiation Therapist for Cancer Care

Cone Health; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cone Health in Burlington, NC seeks a Radiation Therapist to deliver high doses of ionizing radiation according to treatment plans created by radiation oncologists, using linear accelerators and other delivery devices.

The role requires graduation from an accredited Radiation Therapy Technology program, ARRT certification in Radiation Therapy, and CPR/BLS. Preferred: 2 years of experience, strong patient communication, teamwork, and meticulous documentation.

Qualifications

• Must graduate from an accredited Radiation Therapy Technology program.
• ARRT certification in Radiation Therapy and CPR/BLS required.
• 2 years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Delivers precise radiation doses per treatment plans to targeted areas while minimizing damage to healthy tissues.
• Positions and immobilizes patients on treatment tables for accurate targeting.
• Performs pre-treatment verifications ensuring equipment settings align with the treatment plan.
• Conducts procedure simulations and explains treatment procedures and potential side effects to patients.
• Provides emotional support to patients and promotes a comfortable treatment experience.
• Implements measures to protect patients, staff, and self from unnecessary radiation exposure.
• Documents treatment details, equipment settings, patient reactions, and observations.
• Monitors patients for adverse reactions and communicates changes to the healthcare team.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Equipment operation

Education

Graduation from accredited Radiation Therapy Technology program

Tools

Linear accelerators

Radiation delivery devices

Job description

Cone Health in Burlington, NC seeks a Radiation Therapist to deliver high doses of ionizing radiation according to treatment plans created by radiation oncologists, using linear accelerators and other delivery devices.

The role requires graduation from an accredited Radiation Therapy Technology program, ARRT certification in Radiation Therapy, and CPR/BLS. Preferred: 2 years of experience, strong patient communication, teamwork, and meticulous documentation.