Radiation Therapist

CHI; Lake Jackson (TX); On-site; USD 58,093 - 86,416; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Lake Jackson, Texas is seeking a skilled Radiation Therapist to deliver radiation therapy to cancer patients. You will be responsible for operating equipment, ensuring patient comfort, and performing quality assurance checks. Candidates must possess relevant accreditation from a JRCERT program and hold certifications as a Registered Technologist Radiography. The position offers competitive pay ranging from $42.17 to $62.73 per hour, with a focus on compassionate patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) accredited program in Radiation Therapy or equivalent.
• Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT required.
• Basic Life Support certification from AHA needed.

Responsibilities

• Accurately deliver prescribed courses of radiation therapy to cancer patients.
• Perform patient’s simulations under direction of physician.
• Supply data for and assist in fabrication of treatment devices.
• Provide patient and family education regarding treatment procedures.
• Monitor patients throughout treatment and observe for reactions.
• Assist in emergency procedures as necessary.

Skills

Technical proficiency

Attention to detail

Patient care

Education

Graduate of JRCERT accredited program in Radiation Therapy

Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT

Medical Radiographer: TX

Basic Life Support - AHA

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As a Radiation Therapist, you will be responsible for accurately delivering prescribed courses of radiation therapy to cancer patients, ensuring clinical precision and patient comfort. Every day you will meticulously position patients, operate sophisticated radiation equipment, perform daily quality assurance checks, and carefully monitor patients throughout treatment, providing support and clear communication. To be successful, you will demonstrate exceptional technical proficiency, meticulous attention to detail, and compassionate patient care, crucial for safe and effective cancer treatment.

• Performs patient’s simulations under direction of physician, which includes patient alignment, portal marking and chart documentation
• Supply data for and assist in fabrication and/or designs patient immobilization and treatment devices, such as vaculocks, bolus and aquaplast masks
• Assists in dosimetry procedures, including obtaining patient parameters.
• Provides patient and family adult education regarding simulation, treatment procedures and possible reactions (as directed by physician/nurse)
• Observes patient for treatment reactions and reports reactions to physician/nurse
• Assists in emergency procedures as necessary

Job Requirements

• Graduate of a Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) accredited program in Radiation Therapy or an equivalent
• Medical Radiographer: TX
• Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT
• Basic Life Support - AHA

Where You'll Work

St. Luke’s Health–Brazosport Hospital is located on a beautiful, 25-acre campus in Lake Jackson, Texas. Offering state-of-the-art diagnostic and comprehensive treatment services, our hospital is home to a 154‑bed patient tower, level III trauma center, advanced cardiac care center, and full‑service, multidisciplinary cancer center. Our team consists of over 100 board‑certified physicians and nearly 600 highly skilled employees to meet our patients’ medical needs. South Brazoria County’s premier healthcare system, St. Luke’s Health–Brazosport Hospital is dedicated to providing quality care with compassion for the communities we serve.

Pay Range

$42.17 - $62.73 /hour