Radiation Therapist

Mayo Clinic; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical: Multiple plan options

Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement

Vision: National network

Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs

Retirement: Competitive retirement

Job summary

Mayo Clinic is seeking a Radiation Therapist to provide daily cancer patient care, perform simulations, and deliver precise radiation treatments. The role includes participating in treatment planning, imaging, and education for students within a dynamic care team.

The position requires ARRT certification, a JRCERT-accredited program, and a minimum associate’s degree, with BLS due within 2 months of hire. Mayo Clinic offers varied shifts and site coverage where needed.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Radiation Therapy or equivalent.
• Successful completion of a JRCERT-accredited Radiation Therapy program.
• ARRT Certification in Radiation Therapy required at time of hire or within 2 months.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 2 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care of cancer patients, including accurate interpretation and delivery of radiation treatments.
• Perform simulations and provide clinical instruction for radiation therapy students.
• Cover IORT, Brachy Procedures, Proton/Photon practice, On-call and Treatment scheduling as needed.
• May require overtime and shift work and coverage of Rochester or regional sites.

Skills

Daily imaging

Simulation procedures

Photon therapy

Proton therapy

Radiation safety

Education

Associates degree

JRCERT accredited Radiation Therapy program

ARRT certification in Radiation Therapy

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

To provide daily care of cancer patients, including accurate interpretation and delivery of radiation treatments. To perform simulations and provide clinical instruction for radiation therapy students. In addition, Radiation Therapist may be required to cover IORT, Brachy Procedures, Proton Practice, Photon Practice, On-call and Treatment Scheduling. Radiation Therapists are an active member of the care team and attend meetings or communicate with team members. These varying positions may require mandatory overtime and shift work. Radiation Therapists may be required to cover any Rochester or regional practice site as needed.

Qualifications

The Radiation Therapist job requires at minimum associate's degree and successful completion of a JRCERT accredited program in Radiation Therapy. Previous experience as an R.T.T. including Photon and Proton treatments, daily imaging, and simulation procedures would be beneficial however, not required. Current ARRT certification in Radiation Therapy required at time of hire or within 2 months of start date. Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 2 months of start date.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$42.31 - $63.50 / hour

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Standard Shift: Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. QA Early Shift: Monday - Friday, 6:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Occasional late coverage. No on-call rotation.

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.