Radiation Therapist

Dignity Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 59,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Radiation Therapist to accurately deliver prescribed radiation therapy with clinical precision and patient comfort. You will position patients, operate sophisticated equipment, and perform routine QA checks while monitoring patients throughout treatment.

The role requires an associates degree in radiography and completion of an accredited radiation therapy program, plus three years of experience and current BLS-CPR

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Radiography and completion of an accredited radiation therapy program.
• Three years of experience as a Radiation Therapist in a Radiation Oncology clinic.
• Current American Heart Association BLS-CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Position patients meticulously for treatment.
• Operate and monitor radiation therapy equipment.
• Perform daily quality assurance checks on radiation equipment.
• Review patient data to verify procedure appropriateness and safety.
• Communicate with patients to provide comfort and information.
• Recognize signs of potential emergencies.

Skills

Radiation therapy

Quality assurance

Patient care

Advanced computer skills

Education

Associates Degree in Radiography

Accredited radiation therapy program

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.

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.

• Selects the most appropriate and efficient action plan after reviewing all pertinent data and assessing the patient's abilities and condition.
• Determines the need for and selects supplies, accessory equipment, shielding, positioning and immobilization devices.
• Verifies patient identification and the procedure requested or prescribed.
• Reviews all available patient medical record information to verify the appropriateness of the procedure requested or prescribed.
• Assesses factors that may negatively affect the procedure, such as medications, patient history, insufficient patient preparation or artifact producing objects.
• Recognizes signs and symptoms of an emergency.

Job Requirements

Required

• Associates Degree in Radiography, successful completion of an accredited education program in radiation therapy
• Three (3) years experience as a Radiation Therapist in a Radiation Oncology clinic
• Advanced computer skills
• Certificate in Radiation Therapy
• Registered Radiation Therapy Technologist: AZ (RRTT:AZ)
• Registered Technologist Radiation Therapy (RTT)
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS-CPR)

Preferred

• Bachelors Degree
• Five (5) years of experience as a Radiation Therapist with increased responsibilities in a radiation oncology facility

Where You'll Work

Hello Humankindness: Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC)

Ready to make a real difference? Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ., a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy over 125 years ago. We're more than a hospital; we're a global destination for life-changing care, embracing patients with humankindness.

Here, your calling will flourish. We're not just a workplace; we're a community dedicated to a mission of service.

Leaders In Specialized Care

• Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI): A world-renowned center for groundbreaking neurological research and innovative treatments.
• Norton Thoracic Institute (NTI): A national leader in advanced thoracic care with pioneering surgical techniques.
• Level I Trauma Center: One of Arizona's busiest ERs, providing immediate, comprehensive care for critically injured patients 24/7.

Why SJHMC?

• Culture of Excellence & Well-being: We care for our people, fostering professional and personal growth.
• Community & Collaboration: Be part of a network committed to global health and well-being.
• Join a Legacy, Shape a Future: Over 20% of our patients travel internationally for our specialized care.

This is an invitation to join a family of dedicated professionals at the forefront of medical innovation, united by the power of humankindness.

Pay Range

$43.10 - $64.11 /hour