Radiation Therapist - Elyria Cancer Center

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Sign-on bonus

Health benefits

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health is seeking a Radiation Therapist at the Elyria Cancer Center to oversee daily treatment operations, ensuring high-quality patient care and adherence to safety standards. You will work under guidance from Radiation Oncologists, Physicists, and Managers to deliver patient-focused services.

The role requires setup, patient positioning, treatment documentation, and collaboration with the team to support hospital objectives.

Qualifications

• Clear communication skills across clinical teams.
• Ability to read and interpret clinical instructions and prescriptions.
• Ability to set, track, and meet deadlines.
• Prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Identify and understand clinical or operational problems.
• Must be flexible and adapt to changing conditions.

Responsibilities

• Set up treatment rooms, devices and parameters as ordered by Radiation Oncologist.
• Identify and monitor patients during treatment.
• Reinforce instructions and maintain patient markings.
• Position patients according to prescriptions; perform physical tasks.
• Coordinate treatment area activities and scheduling.
• Document thoroughly in treatment records.
• Perform simulations, brachytherapy procedures, and daily quality checks on equipment.
• Maintain equipment and observe radiation safety practices.

Skills

Communicates effectively

Reads and interprets instructions

Sets deadlines

Prioritizes work

Works independently

Identifies issues

Adapt to change

Job description

Radiation Therapist positions at Mercy Health reward you with:

• A $12,500 sign on bonus for full time new hires
• Referral bonus incentive programs
• Competitive paid time off accrual
• Excellent health benefits through UMR
• Competitive tuition assistance for continued career growth
• And more!

Radiation Therapist - Elyria Cancer Center - Mercy Health

Shift/Schedule

• Full Time - Scheduled for 40 Weekly Hours
• Shift Times - Days
• Weekend/Holiday Availability - As Required

Primary Function/General Purpose Of Position

This role directs the daily operations of the treatment area to ensure quality patient care and promotes radiation therapy standards and safety standards. This role is actively involved in patient care and assists in planning services to achieve hospital objectives. The Radiation Therapist works under the guidance of the Radiation Oncologist, Physicist, and Manager to deliver high-quality care and services.

Essential Job Functions

• Sets up treatment rooms, devices, and parameters as ordered by the Radiation Oncologist.
• Identifies patients and monitors them during treatment.
• Reinforces instructions and maintains patient markings.
• Positions patients according to prescriptions, requiring physical effort and mental application.
• Coordinates treatment area activities and scheduling.
• Documents thoroughly in treatment records.
• Performs simulations, brachytherapy procedures, and daily quality checks on equipment.
• Maintains equipment, reports problems, and observes radiation safety practices.
• Assists in treatment device changes and follows instructions from Radiation Oncologists.
• Performs ancillary duties, such as filing, answering phones, and monitoring supplies.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

• License in State of practice in Radiation Oncology (required, except for candidates hired to acute care sites in Virginia)
• Radiation Oncology Certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (required)
• CPR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (required)

Work Experience

• 1 year Experience in Radiation Therapy and CT Simulation (preferred)

Patient Population

• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
• Adults (18-64 years)
• Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Working Conditions

• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
• May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
• May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*
• May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*
• * Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Skills

• Communicates effectively by demonstrating strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Reads and interprets written/ oral instructions.
• Set and meets deadlines.
• Prioritizes work.
• Works independently.
• Identifies and understands issues and problems.
• Must be flexible and able to adapt to change.

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]