Radiation Therapist

University Hospitals; Beachwood (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals in Beachwood, OH seeks a Radiation Therapist to accurately deliver therapeutic radiation while adhering to department policies to maintain the highest standard of care. You will monitor and deliver radiation and CT simulation, manage schedules and documentation, and communicate effectively with patients across the lifespan.

The role involves quality checks on equipment and competency in LINAC-based treatments.

Qualifications

• LINAC-based treatment experience is preferred.
• Excellent patient communication across all ages.
• Ability to perform CT simulations and on-call procedures as required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapeutic radiation and CT simulation with accuracy.
• Maintain schedules, records, and billing documentation.
• Ensure PHI compliance and uphold UH policies and procedures.
• Perform equipment quality checks and routine QC per department protocol.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary team to support patient care.

Job description

A Brief Overview

The Radiation Therapist accurately delivers therapeutic radiation while following department policies and procedures to offer the highest standard of care.

What You Will Do

• Monitors and delivers therapeutic radiation and CT simulation of patients.


• Maintains schedules, records, documentation and billing.


• Demonstrates exceptional patient communication skills tailored to individuals across the lifespan, ensuring effective interactions with all age groups.


• Performs quality checks for equipment. Performs regular QC in accordance with department protocol.


• Demonstrates competency in LINAC based treatments, including 3D, IMRT, SBRT, CT simulations and on-call procedures as applicable per location.

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.


• Complies with all policies and standards.


• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.


• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.