Radiation Therapist

bannerhealth; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$7500 issued within 45 business days

$7500 issued after 24 months of employ

Job summary

Banner Health in Gilbert, Arizona is seeking a Radiation Therapist to join a high-performing team delivering precise radiation therapy in a technologically advanced setting. The role involves treatment delivery, QA coordination, and close collaboration with physics, dosimetry, and nursing staff.

Responsibilities include simulation-to-treatment workflow, patient education, safety compliance, and maintaining accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of clinical care as normally obtained through an Associate degree in radiation oncology or related field.

Responsibilities

• Performs prescribed radiation therapy treatments following orders and policies.
• Educates patients/families regarding procedure and treatment to be performed.
• Operates treatment and planning equipment including simulation and treatment delivery; prepares treatments and maintains documentation.
• Ensures safety and ALARA principles in handling radioactive materials and equipment.
• Maintains confidentiality and adheres to professional responsibilities in radiation oncology.
• Collaborates with RNs, Physicists, and Dosimetrists to maintain efficient workflow.

Skills

BLS certification

Education

Associate degree in radiation oncology

ARRT certification

State licensure (if applicable)

Tools

Radiation therapy equipment

Job description

Location

Gilbert, Arizona

Benefits

• $7500 issued within 45 business days
• $7500 issued after 24 months of employment

Position Overview

As a Radiation Therapist, you’ll be part of a high-performing, collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care in a technologically advanced and supportive environment. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic department with five treatment vaults, treating an average of 20–30 patients per vault each day.

Department Operations & Workflow

• Therapists play a key role in the patient journey, starting from simulation through treatment delivery.
• Patients are typically scheduled 3–10 days post-simulation, with clear communication and tentative schedules provided upfront.
• Therapists coordinate closely with Physics and Dosimetry to ensure timely QA and chart checks, maintaining a smooth and efficient workflow.

Technology & Equipment

• The department utilizes Varian TrueBeam, Versa Elekta, and Flexitron HDR machines.
• An exciting upgrade is planned for early 2026, replacing two Elekta machines with Halcyon and Ethos systems bringing cutting-edge technology to the team.
• Software systems include Mosaiq for record keeping and RayStation for treatment planning.

Team & Culture

• Collaboration is a cornerstone of the department, with open communication across Teams and group threads involving RNs, Physicists, and Dosimetrists.
• While Dosimetrists work remotely, one typically visits onsite weekly to maintain strong team connections.
• Monthly therapist meetings include all service lines across Arizona, and interdisciplinary rounds are available for those who wish to participate.

Training & Development

• Continuing education is actively supported through vendor-led in-services, many of which offer CE credits.
• Tuition reimbursement is available for those pursuing further education through Banner.
• Therapists have the opportunity to attend national conferences like ASTRO, with a rotation system ensuring fair access across service lines.

Performance & Growth

• The department values career development and supports succession planning.
• Mid-year evaluations provide a platform for discussing long-term goals and advancement opportunities.
• Success is measured through Net Promoter Scores and quarterly patient satisfaction reviews, with a focus on celebrating wins and identifying areas for improvement.

Position Summary

This position performs prescribed planned course of radiation therapy as directed by following department/facility policies, procedures, guidelines and protocols and in accordance with standards of professional radiation therapy practice. Performs needed assessment, care and treatment planning for patient population.

Core Functions

1. Performs radiation therapy treatments by following and verifying referring providers' orders. Uses independent judgment and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures.
2. Educates patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment to be performed. Demonstrates professional behavior/conduct in all interactions; fosters teamwork, efficient use of resources and quality patient outcomes.
3. Operates treatment and treatment planning equipment to include simulation in accordance with departmental policy. Prepares treatments and administers prescribed doses in accordance with established policies. Prepares and maintains accurate documentation.
4. Demonstrates competence in performing prescribed invasive/interventional procedures in accordance with established policies.
5. Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements. Demonstrates the ability to troubleshoot and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance. Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors. Adheres to radiation safety practices. Ensures the safe receipt, administration, storage, and disposal of radioactive materials utilizing ALARA principles.
6. Accountable for the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to radiation oncology practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information.
7. Assures the efficient operation to workflow of the department.
8. Independently performs prescribed radiation therapy procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols to patients. Internal customers: All levels of radiation oncology, nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients, caregivers and family members.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess a strong knowledge of clinical care as normally obtained through an Associate degree in radiation oncology or related field.
• Requires national certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and licensure by the state regulatory agency if applicable. BLS certification required.
• Must be knowledgeable of clinical techniques, applications and equipment relative to the area of work. Must demonstrate effective communication skills, human relations skills, and be safety conscious.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous radiation therapy experience preferred.
• Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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