Radiation Therapist

Urology Austin; Kyle (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Urology Austin is seeking a Radiation Therapist at the Austin Center for Radiation Oncology in Kyle, Texas. The role involves preparing treatment areas, managing patient procedures, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols. Ideal candidates will have current licensure and ARRT certification, along with at least two years of relevant experience.

The organization emphasizes advanced treatment options for patients and maintains a focus on compassionate care. Join a dedicated team committed to delivering unparalleled healthcare services.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as required by Texas state board.
• Maintain ARRT certification with 24 hours of continuing education.
• Minimum two years experience as a staff radiation therapist.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment room and equipment.
• Position patient and adjust linear accelerator as per treatment plan.
• Deliver prescribed radiation therapy and monitor patient’s condition.
• Perform daily linear accelerator warm-up procedures.
• Follow radiation safety protocols.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in radiation therapy or a radiography program

ARRT certification in radiation therapy

Job description

At the Austin Center for Radiation Oncology (ACFRO) we are committed to bringing advanced treatment options to patients who need them. At the Center, our staff is composed of compassionate healthcare professionals who continually strive for more to each and every patient, each and every day. Our healthcare professionals employ the latest advancements in radiation therapy that are not widely available in other outpatient treatment centers.

ACFRO is an extension of Urology Austin, a progressive group of physicians that has been caring for patients in the greater Austin area since 1962.

Job Duties

• Prepares treatment room and equipment.
• Positions patient and adjusts the linear accelerator to concentrate radiation exposure on the tumor cells following the treatment plan developed in conjunction with radiation oncologist. Explains procedure to patient.
• Delivers accurately the prescribed planned course of radiation therapy. Monitors patient’s physical condition during treatment phase to determine any adverse side effects. Documents all pertinent information in medical records including dose of radiation used for each treatment, total amount of radiation used to date, area treated, and patient’s reactions.
• Performs daily linear accelerator warm-up procedures. Checks photon beam and electron beams for consistency. Checks physics components for accuracy of beam alignment.
• Follows radiation safety protocols in competent manner.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Current licensure as required by state Texas board eligible in Radiation Therapy by the American Registry of Radiology Technology.
• Maintain ARRT certification in radiation therapy with a minimum of documented 24 hours of continuing education.
• Successful completion of an associate’s or bachelor’s degree program (preferred) in radiation therapy or a radiography program, plus a 12-month certificate program in radiation therapy
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Current BLS/CPR Certification.
• Minimum two years experience as staff radiation therapist in radiation center, preferably clinic setting.
• Computer literate