Rad Therapist - Full Time

UF Health; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 78,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health in Gainesville, Florida is seeking a Radiation Therapist to deliver prescribed radiation therapy treatments and perform simulations for inpatient and outpatient care. The role supports a broad Radiation Oncology program with advanced equipment and QA activities.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, mentor students and peers, and contribute to program development, with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AOA-CAHEA-approved Radiation Therapy program.
• ARRT certification or board eligibility with certification within 6 months.
• Current Florida license for Radiation Therapy Technology.
• BCLS certification within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver prescribed radiation therapy and perform simulations in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Participate in the department's Quality Assurance program and mentor peers and students.

Education

Graduate of radiation therapy program approved by CAHEA/ARRT

ARRT certification / board-eligible with certification within 6 months

Florida Radiation Therapy license

BCLS certification within 6 months

Job description

Locations: Gainesville, Florida

Categories: Professional - Clinical

Req ID: 68642

Overview

Under the general supervision of the Technical Director, the Radiation Therapist delivers radiation therapy treatments and performs Simulations in an inpatient and outpatient setting. Radiation Therapists participate in the departmental Quality Assurance program and are the internal experts for accurate delivery of radiation treatments. Radiation Therapists have career progression opportunities and are involved with program development. For example, Lead positions or MR Team. The department has a wide-variety of treatment equipment including 4 Elekta Linear Accelerators, 1 MR Linac - Elekta Unity and 1 Varian Trilogy allowing for treatment of the most complex nature with real-time motion management. In addition, Elekta Flexitron High Dose Rate Brachytherapy and Orthovoltage treatments. For treatment planning, there is 1 CT Simulator and 1 MR Simulator allowing for treatment planning to be completed with MRI while the patient is in the treatment position. The Radiation Oncology department utilizes MOSAIQ / EPIC. In addition to Radiation Therapists being involved in direct patient care, they mentor peers, new colleagues and students.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Must be a graduate of a program approved by the Council on Allied Health Education and Accreditation for Radiation Therapy Technology.
• Must be board certified, or board-eligible with certification obtained within 6 months, in Radiation Therapy Technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Must hold, without interruption, current license as required by the State of Florida for Radiation Therapy Technology.
• Must obtain BCLS certification within 6 months of employment and continually maintain certification.

Motor Vehicle Operator Designation:Employees in this position:Will operate vehicles for an assigned business purpose as a frequent driver Licensure/Certification/Registration:American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, Florida Department of Health, Radiologic Technology Program.