Radiation Therapist

Trinity Health; Pontiac (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Full benefits package

Nurse Residency Program

Retirement savings plan with employer

Growth opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

DailyPay

Free parking

Job summary

Trinity Health Oakland is seeking a Radiation Therapist to support the radiation treatment process under the direction of the radiation oncologist, in a full-time, 40-hour day-shift role.

Located at Trinity Health Oakland, the position emphasizes precise treatment setup, patient care, and collaboration with physicians and physics/dosimetry teams. Strong ARRT certification and CPR are required; registry-eligible candidates will be supported to register.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Radiation Therapy or completion of a 2+1 program as described.
• Minimum 3 months on-the-job training or experience.
• CPR and ARRT certification required; registry-eligible with hire-time registration.

Responsibilities

• Assist in reviewing treatment records for completeness.
• Confer with physicians and colleagues for clarification before, during, and after treatment.
• Review electronic chart (Aria) to ensure consistency and accuracy before delivery.
• Prepare treatment room and explain procedures to patients per standards.
• Position patients and follow established treatment processes and safety rules.
• Monitor patients during procedures and report changes to care staff.
• Assist in simulation and treatment planning and related procedures.
• Acquire CBCT or portal imaging as prescribed and verify alignment.
• Schedule treatments and simulations in Aria per department guidelines.
• Inspect equipment safety interlocks and report malfunctions.

Skills

Team collaboration

Patient care

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Radiation Therapy or related program

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Radiation Therapist

Full-time, 40 hours

Day Shift

Location: Trinity Health Oakland

BENEFITS AVAILABLE TO YOU AS A COLLEAGUE OF TRINITY

• Competitive compensation
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability starts DAY ONE
• Nurse Residency Program for all new nurses! Click here for more details
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health
• Tuition Reimbursement
• DailyPay – Choose to get paid every day! Learn more by visiting www.dailypay.com
• Free parking in proximity to your workplace

Trinity Health offers a comprehensive benefit package offering healthcare plans accessing the Trinity Health and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) network of hospitals and providers. Each plan option offers the flexibility to choose from two tiers with Tier 1 Trinity Health network providers providing the lowest out of pocket costs and Tier 2 select BCBSM providers.

POSITION PURPOSE:

At the direction of the radiation oncologist, and in tandem with a certified Radiation Therapist, assists in the radiation treatment process according to established guidelines and polices/procedures.

What the Radiation Therapist will do:

• Assists in the review of a patient’s treatment record for completeness.
• Confers with physicians, physics/dosimetry, and their colleagues for clarification prior to, during, and after treatment when necessary.
• Supports the review of the electronic chart (Aria) and patient treatment record for consistency, completeness, and accuracy prior to treatment delivery.
• Prepares treatment room and equipment according to established procedures. Explains procedures to patients according to departmental standards.
• Follows standards in positioning of patients and follows treatment processes according to established policies and procedures.
• Monitors patient during procedures at all times and reports any change in condition, psychologic, or physiologic to the physician or other appropriate patient care personnel.
• Assists in the simulation and treatment planning process and other procedures occurring within the department of radiation oncology when necessary.
• Acquires imaging via CBCT or portal imaging as prescribed by the physician.
• Appropriately and thoroughly reviews images prior to treatment, ensuring alignment falls within allowable tolerances. Makes shifts and/or realigns patients when necessary to ensure the most accurate treatment delivery
• Schedules patients for treatment and simulations per department guidelines in the Aria scheduling system.
• Inspects all equipment safety interlocks, monitors equipment, and reports malfunctions.
• Submits charges into the computer systems for services rendered to patients in accordance with established guidelines.
• Participates in the clinical education and training of students.
• Adheres to ALARA guidelines during all procedures.
• Behaves in accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values of Trinity Health.
• Other duties as assigned.

What the Radiation Therapist will need:

Education: A Bachelor's Degree in Radiation Therapy or completion of a two (2) year program in Radiologic Technology followed by a one (1) year program in Radiation Therapy.

Experience: Minimum of 3 months of on the job training or experience.

Certification: CPR.ARRT (American Registry for Radiologic Technologists) for radiation therapy. Must be registered or registry-eligible upon hire. Registry-eligible candidates must successfully complete registration within 6 months of hire.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.