Radiation Therapist

Vetted Solutions; Roswell (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vetted Solutions is seeking a Staff Radiation Therapist for our Radiation Oncology Department to administer ionizing radiation per physician prescriptions. This role requires precise technique and strict safety adherence within a collaborative care environment.

You will assess patients across age groups, document procedures in the EMR, participate in on-call rotations, and serve as a clinical instructor for students while upholding organizational standards.

Qualifications

• Associates degree from an accredited program.
• Certification: ARRT-T in Radiation Therapy, BLS or ARC-BLS.
• Minimum of 2 years of radiation therapy experience preferred.
• Ability to treat and simulate patients effectively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver consistent and accurate therapy to designated treatment areas.
• Assess patients and provide age-appropriate care for adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.
• Document procedures accurately in the EMR.
• Assist colleagues and perform additional tasks as needed.
• Recognize limitations, seek assistance, and report adverse reactions promptly.
• Educate patients and families on side effects and treatment aids.
• Ensure all patient set-ups are correctly performed and simulated without errors.
• Follow safety procedures, including radiation safety badges, universal precautions, and mobility assessments.
• Participate in quality control, on-call rotations, and serve as a clinical instructor for students.
• Comply with organizational policies and standards of conduct.

Skills

Patient care

EMR documentation

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Education

Associates degree

ARRT‑T in Radiation Therapy

Tools

Radiation therapy equipment

Job description

Role Overview:

The Staff Radiation Therapist in the Radiation Oncology Department administers ionizing radiation to patients following physician prescriptions. They operate radiation equipment adhering to safety protocols and perform precise technical procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver consistent and accurate therapy to designated treatment areas.
• Assess patients and provide age-appropriate care for adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.
• Document procedures accurately in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Assist colleagues and perform additional tasks as needed.
• Recognize limitations, seek assistance, and report adverse reactions promptly.
• Educate patients and families on side effects and treatment aids.
• Ensure all patient set-ups are correctly performed and simulated without errors.
• Follow safety procedures, including radiation safety badges, universal precautions, and mobility assessments.
• Participate in quality control, on-call rotations, and serve as a clinical instructor for students.
• Comply with organizational policies and standards of conduct.

Qualifications

• Associates degree from an accredited program.
• Certification: ARRT-T in Radiation Therapy, BLS or ARC-BLS.
• Minimum of 2 years of radiation therapy experience preferred.
• Ability to treat and simulate patients effectively.