Radiation Therapist

Advocate Health; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits starting on Day One

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Professional growth and development

Supportive leadership

Opportunity to work at a Level I Trau​

nationally recognized health system

Job summary

Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL, is seeking a Radiation Therapist to join its Oncology: Radiation team. You will administer Radiation Therapy treatments per physician prescription and assist in tumor localization using imaging techniques, while ensuring patient comfort and safety.

The role offers a full-time schedule with either four 10-hour shifts or five 8-hour shifts, and a weekend call rotation every 4–5 weeks.

Responsibilities

• Administers Radiation Therapy treatments in accordance with physician prescription and treatment plan.
• Reproduces setup in the treatment room using positioning aides.
• Maintains visual and audible contact with patients at all times.
• Reports all errors to the Supervisor, Radiation Oncology.
• Reports all pertinent information regarding patient care to supervisor, Radiation Oncology.
• Maintains accurate treatment records in the IMPAC system.
• Assists the physician in localizing tumor volumes using radiographic techniques.
• Performs daily and weekly QA machine checks.
• Assists in the orientation and education of patients regarding treatments and side effects.
• Instructs and supervises Radiation Therapy students during training at the facility.
• Maintains a safe, clean and sanitary environment for patients and personnel.

Job description

Department:

37303 Advocate Condell Medical Center - Oncology: Radiation

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hou** rs Per Week:

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Monday- Friday possible 4/10hr or 5/8hr

Pay Range:

$41.10 - $61.65

Radiation Therapist

Advocate Condell Medical Center | Libertyville, IL

Join our exceptional Radiation Therapy team at Advocate Condell Medical Center , the only Level I Trauma Center in Lake County, located on a beautiful campus in the heart of Libertyville. Advocate Condell is recognized for delivering advanced, compassionate care and offers a collaborative environment where teammates are valued and supported.

Schedule

• Full-time, first shift Monday through Friday
• Flexible scheduling with either:
  • Four 10-hour shifts, or
  • Five 8-hour shifts
• Weekend call rotation approximately every 4 to 5 weeks

Why Join Our Team?

You’ll be a part of a close-knit team of four Radiation Therapists and a Team Lead who genuinely enjoy working together both inside and outside the department. Our culture is built on teamwork, collaboration, and supporting one another while delivering outstanding patient care.

What Sets Our Team Apart?

Our team is known for its strong sense of family, supportive culture, and commitment to excellence. We care for a diverse patient population while fostering a positive and welcoming environment where every teammate can grow and succeed.

Benefits & Growth Opportunities

• Benefits starting on Day One
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Supportive leadership committed to your success
• Opportunity to work for a nationally recognized health system and Level I Trauma Center

If you’re looking for a Radiation Therapy position that offers schedule flexibility, career growth, excellent benefits, and a team that truly feels like family, we’d love to connect with you.

Major Responsibilities:

Administers Radiation Therapy treatments in compliance with physician prescription and treatment plan.

• Is able to reproduce setup in the treatment room as indicated in treatment chart utilizing appropriate positioning aides.
• Maintains visual and audible contact with patients at all times.
• Reports all errors to the Supervisor, Radiation Oncology.
• Reports all pertinent information regarding patient care to supervisor, Radiation Oncology.

Maintains accurate treatment records.

• Accurately records any variation in the daily treatment in the IMPAC management system (electronic chart).
• Assures the proper billing and statistics are done with each patient treatment.
  Assures that dose addition is accurate on a daily basis.

Assists the physician in localizing tumor volumes using radiographic techniques.

• Measures and records parameters for reproducibility of setup.
• Performs planning CT’s that are to the exact specification directed by the physician
• Utilizes treatment aides or immobilization devices per Radiation Oncology.
• Create’s an electronic patient chart according to Radiation Oncology standards and current practice/procedure.
• Utilizes “OBI” (On Board Imaging) for imaging and field size verification.
• Computes dose calculations utilizing treatment parameters and data according to departmental standards for emergency patients.
• Interprets computer plans and adapts them for usage in the treatment room

Performs and records daily and weekly QA machine checks.

• Observes and reports any malfunction or operational problem to the Service Engineer or Supervisor.
• Assures that checks are being done as scheduled per departmental and state requirements.
• Participates in the early morning warm-up program.

Assists in the orientation and education of patients regarding treatments and side effects.

• Reinforces Radiation Oncologist and nurse’s advice regarding side effects.
• Reports any unusual side effects to Nursing and/or Radiation Oncologist.
• Facilitates patient and family participation in self-care based on age and disease.
• Refers patients to Nursing and/or Radiation Oncologist if problem is identified.
• Explains procedure to be performed to patient.

Instructs and supervises Radiation Therapy students while training at facility.

• Instructs students on the safe usage of equipment according to departmental standards and procedures.
• Supervises students at ALL times during treatment setup and simulation.
• Evaluates students on performance in a timely fashion as requested by Education Director.

Assures a safe, clean and sanitary environment for patients and personnel.

• Routinely cleans patient treatment area.
• Routinely cleans patient positioning supplies.
• Appearance and uniform complies with departmental standard.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required: