Radiation Therapist — Compassionate Patient Care & Tech

Intermountain Health; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 61,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermountain Health is seeking a Radiation Therapist at St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand Junction, CO. The role involves administering ionizing radiation per oncologist prescription, performing simulations, and ensuring accurate treatment documentation.

The position requires ARRT certification, an active radiology license and BLS, with preferred Bachelor’s degree in Radiation Therapy. This PRN, on-site opportunity supports a clinical team focused on patient care and education.

Qualifications

• Radiology Tech License in the state of practice.
• Certification in Radiation Therapy from the ARRT.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Radiation Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Interprets and implements prescription and treatment plan; documents simulation and treatment summaries.
• Performs simulation procedures and prepares immobilization devices; obtains measurements for dosimetry.
• Assesses treatment machines and performs daily QA procedures.
• Assists in clinical training and evaluation of student therapists.
• Provides patient care during treatment delivery and educates patients.
• Maintains accurate daily billing information for treatment procedures.
• Schedules and treats patients in a timely and professional manner.

Skills

Radiation Therapy

Patient Care

Communication

Collaboration

Empathy

Flexibility

Problem Solving

Decision Making

Oncology

Education

ARRT Radiation Therapy Certification

BLS Certification

Radiology Tech License

Bachelor's in Radiation Therapy

Tools

Job description

Intermountain Health is seeking a Radiation Therapist at St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand Junction, CO. The role involves administering ionizing radiation per oncologist prescription, performing simulations, and ensuring accurate treatment documentation.

The position requires ARRT certification, an active radiology license and BLS, with preferred Bachelor’s degree in Radiation Therapy. This PRN, on-site opportunity supports a clinical team focused on patient care and education.