Radiation Therapist

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Dental coverage

Vision plan

HSA and FSAs

Competitive retirement package

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN seeks a Radiation Therapist to provide daily cancer patient care, accurately delivering radiation treatments and performing simulations. You will also instruct radiation therapy students and may cover complex procedures as needed.

The role supports overtime and shift work and may require coverage at Rochester or regional Mayo sites to meet patient demand.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Radiation Therapy and JRCERT‑accredited program.
• ARRT certification required at hire or within 2 months.
• BLS certification within 2 months of start date.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care of cancer patients with accurate interpretation and delivery of radiation treatments.
• Perform simulations and deliver clinical instruction for radiation therapy students.
• May cover IORT, Brachy procedures, Proton/Photon practice, and scheduling; overtime possible.
• Be part of the care team and participate in meetings with colleagues.
• May be required to cover Rochester or regional practice sites as needed.

Skills

Radiation therapy

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree in Radiation Therapy

JRCERT accreditation in Radiation Therapy

Tools

ARRT 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.

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.