Radiation Therapist

Andrewsinstitute; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health Care in Pensacola, FL, is seeking a Radiation Therapist to administer a physician-prescribed radiation therapy plan and maintain patient care and treatment records. The role requires a Florida RTT license upon hire, ARRT certification, BLS, and a technical radiation therapy credential.

The therapist will review therapy requests, assess patient status, prepare patients for procedures, and ensure safe operation of radiation equipment while pursuing ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Technical Diploma/Certificate in Radiation Therapy required.
• Active Florida RTT license upon hire required.
• ARRT Radiation Therapy certification upon hire required.
• BLS certification required for healthcare providers.

Responsibilities

• Receives and reviews therapy requests.
• Assesses patient condition to determine proper handling and requirements.
• Explains and prepares the patient for the procedure.
• Interviews patients and reviews clinical data to alert the team to contradictions.
• Implements medical plan of care and related interventions.
• Maintains accurate treatment records for the care team.
• Maintains radiation equipment and rooms and reports malfunctions.
• Maintains current knowledge and pursues professional development.
• Assists in other duties to support department needs.
• May be required to stay on campus before, during, and after severe weather.

Education

Technical Diploma/Certificate Radiation Therapy

Registered Technologist - Radiation Therapy (RTT) State of Florida

Registered Technologist (ARRT) Radiation Therapy

BLS for Healthcare Providers (BLS) American Heart Association

Job description

The Radiation Therapist is an individual who is certified in the appropriate disciplines of radiation therapy. They apply their knowledge of anatomy and physiology related to the treatment of cancer, radiation biology, and radiation oncology techniques, in the performance of their duties. The radiation therapist accepts responsibility for administering a radiation oncologist's (physician) prescribed course of radiation therapy while providing patient care during treatment and maintaining treatment records. Radiation therapists also evaluate and assess treatment delivery components, evaluate and assess the daily physiologic and psychological responsiveness of the patient and ensure quality care for patients undergoing radiation therapy. They must be familiar with radiation safety and how it relates to employee, patient and general public.

Responsibilities

Receives and reviews requests for therapy.

Accepts patients and assesses their condition to determine proper handling and special requirements.

Explains and prepares the patient for the procedure.

Interviews patients and reviews available clinical data from charts to alert nurses and/or physicians to possible contradictions for procedure.

Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to implement medical plan of care, interventions, and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient.

Maintains up to date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to ensure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team, to ensure quality care.

Maintains radiation equipment and radiation rooms in proper working condition. Reports malfunctions and necessary repairs to supervisory personnel.

Maintains current knowledge/certification/licensure. Pursues professional growth and development.

Assist in other duties as assigned to support the operational needs of the department and organization.

May be required to remain on campus immediately before, during, and after severe weather and/or disasters.

Qualifications

Technical Diploma/Certificate Radiation Therapy Required.

Licenses and Certifications

Registered Technologist - Radiation Therapy (RTT) State of Florida Upon Hire Required.

Registered Technologist (ARRT) Radiation Therapy Upon Hire Required.

BLS for Healthcare Providers (BLS) American Heart Association Upon Hire Required.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

About Us

Baptist Health Care is a not-for-profit health care system committed to improving the quality of life for people and communities in northwest Florida and south Alabama. The organization includesthree hospitals, four medical parks,Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, and an extensive primary and specialty care provider network. With more than 4,000 team members, Baptist Health Care is one of the largest non-governmental employers in northwest Florida.

Baptist Health Care, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BHC maintains and enforces a policy that prohibits discrimination against any workforce members or applicants for employment because of sex, race, age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, religion, genetic information, or other category protected by federal, state or local law. Certain positions may require a Level 2 Background check through AHCA. Additional information about this requirement can be found here: Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse

Job Info

• Job Identification 9282
• Job Category Licensed Technical
• Posting Date 02/05/2026, 06:26 PM
• Locations 123 Baptist Way, Pensacola, FL, 32503, US
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• FTE 0.9 FT