Radiation Therapist

Peninsula Radiation; Alaska; Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Peninsula Radiation in Alaska is seeking an experienced Radiation Therapist to join a close-knit team delivering prescribed radiation therapy with precision. You will collaborate with physicians, physicists, dosimetrists and nurses to ensure safety, accuracy, and compassionate patient care in a community-focused setting.

Responsibilities include treatment setup, QA checks, plan review, patient education, documentation, and adherence to HIPAA and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy program.
• ARRT certification in Radiation Therapy (RT(T)) required.
• Prior healthcare experience with oncology preferred.
• BLS Certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver prescribed radiation therapy treatments in accordance with physician orders and protocols.
• Ensure accurate patient positioning, treatment setup, and operation of radiation therapy equipment.
• Perform daily machine warm-ups and QA checks; report equipment concerns.
• Review treatment plans, simulation data, and patient documentation for accuracy.
• Monitor patients during treatment and report changes to the radiation oncologist and team.
• Provide patient education regarding procedures, side effects, and care instructions.

Education

Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy program

ARRT certification in Radiation Therapy (RT(T))

Job description

Come live and work in the beautiful state of Alaska, where others vacation and you can build a rewarding career. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Radiation Therapist to join our exceptional, close-knit team. This is a unique opportunity for a clinically strong, service-oriented professional who is passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centered care, in a small collaborative team.

You will work closely with physicians, physicists, dosimetrists, staff, and administrative leadership to ensure the highest standards of safety, precision, and compassionate care. Our size and structure allow you to build meaningful relationships with both patients and colleagues while having a direct impact on clinical excellence and team culture.

We pride ourselves on offering a supportive environment where leadership is valued, collaboration is prioritized, and patient care always comes first.

Beyond the workplace, Alaska offers an outstanding quality of life and true work-life balance. Enjoy world-class fishing, hiking, boating, camping, mountain biking, kayaking, and exceptional downhill and cross-country skiing - all set against stunning mountain and coastal scenery. Here, you’ll find both professional fulfillment and the lifestyle many only dream of.

If you are a skilled radiation therapist ready to step into a new role in community-focused practice, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver prescribed radiation therapy treatments in accordance with physician orders and established clinical protocols.
• Ensure accurate patient positioning, treatment setup, and operation of radiation therapy equipment.
• Perform daily machine warm-ups, quality assurance checks, and report equipment concerns promptly.
• Review and verify treatment plans, simulation data, and patient documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Monitor patients during treatment, assess for adverse reactions, and report changes in condition to the radiation oncologist and clinical team.
• Provide clear patient education regarding treatment procedures, side effects, and care instructions.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation within the electronic medical record system.
• Adhere strictly to radiation safety standards, HIPAA regulations, and all applicable healthcare compliance guidelines.
• Collaborate effectively with radiation oncologists, medical physicists, dosimetrists, nurses, and administrative staff to ensure coordinated care.
• Participate in ongoing quality improvement initiatives and departmental meetings.
• Assist with inventory monitoring of clinical supplies and notify leadership of ordering needs.
• Support onboarding and training of new clinical team members as needed.
• Uphold the professional standards and values of the organization while serving as a compassionate ambassador to patients and the community.

Safety and Quality Assurance

• Perform equipment and patient care quality assurance in accordance with departmental standards. Report any erratic operation of equipment, related to patient/personnel safety.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy program.
• ARRT certification in Radiation Therapy (RT(T)) required.
• Prior experience in healthcare, with oncology experience strongly preferred.
• BLS Certification

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

• Ability to lift/carry up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to sit/stand for long periods of time.
• Good manual dexterity with the ability to perform repetitive hand/wrist motions.
• Requires mastery of complex language, comprehension, reasoning, and analytical skills typically found in mid to high-level work.
• Typical clinic environment

Disclaimer:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.The company is an equal opportunity employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable