Radiation Therapist II

Compass Oncology; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Oncology is seeking a full-time Radiation Therapist in Spokane, WA. This role is pivotal in administering radiation therapy and ensuring precise positioning and dose delivery for patients. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience, hold ARRT certification, and maintain a valid state license. Responsibilities include collaborating with healthcare professionals, focusing on patient safety and operating equipment conforming to the highest standards. A commitment to patient care in a multispecialty practice is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience actively practicing as an RTT.
• ARRT certification required.
• Valid state license for radiation therapy.

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed radiation therapy treatment.
• Accurately position patients for treatment plans.
• Ensure patient safety and compliance during treatment.
• Operate and maintain radiation equipment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Proficient in radiation therapy equipment and software

Adaptability for float position

Dedication to patient care

Education

Graduate of accredited radiation therapy technology program

Job description

Overview

Cancer Care Northwest has been the Inland Northwest's premier cancer center for over five decades, providing an integrated approach to the diagnosis, treatment, and healing of cancer and blood-related diseases. We are a full-spectrum private oncology group in the Pacific Northwest and are seeking a full-time Radiation Therapist to join our multispecialty physician-owned practice. The schedule is Monday through Friday with on-call duties as needed. The role focuses on administering radiation therapy treatments, ensuring accurate positioning and dose delivery, maintaining equipment, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed radiation therapy treatment in accordance with established protocols.
• Accurately position patients and deliver the prescribed dose to correspond with the designated treatment plan.
• Assist the radiation therapy department with patient care, treatment delivery, treatment records, radiation safety, and quality assurance functions.
• Ensure patient safety, comfort, and compliance throughout the treatment process.
• Operate and maintain radiation equipment to the highest standards.
• Collaborate with Radiation Oncologists, dosimetry, physics, and other healthcare professionals to deliver accurate and timely treatment.
• Proficient in the use of radiation therapy equipment and software.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Adapt and excel in a float position, providing coverage across various locations as needed, including the hospital setting.
• Dedicate to patient care and safety.
• Accuracy in positioning the beam of radiation to correspond with the designated tumor volume and accurately delivering the prescribed dose are paramount job functions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiation therapy technology program.
• Minimum 3 years' experience actively practicing as an RTT. ARRT certification required. Must hold valid state license for radiation therapy.
• Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be present at the employee site during regularly scheduled business hours and regul