Radiation Therapist - Las Cruces

5 Star Recruitment; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a qualified Radiation Therapist in Las Cruces, NM. This role involves safely operating radiation equipment and ensuring compassionate patient care. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and the ability to perform high-quality procedures independently. US citizenship or Green Card holder status is required. The position requires participation in on-call procedures and performing daily equipment QA to maintain quality standards.

Qualifications

• US Citizen or Green Card holder required.
• Competent in performing daily QA on equipment.
• Flexibility to be on-call when needed.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate equipment delivering ionizing radiation.
• Perform high-quality radiation therapy procedures.
• Carry out pretreatment preparations including simulations.
• Record treatment delivery and document patient information.
• Ensure a positive and compassionate patient experience.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to perform high-quality procedures

Job description

About the job Radiation Therapist - Las Cruces

Responsibilities

• The Radiation Therapist will safely and correctly operate equipment delivering ionizing radiation for the purpose of treating neoplastic diseases or for other therapeutic purposes.
• Have the ability to perform high-quality radiation therapy procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner to patients in accordance with the prescription and instruction of the Radiation Oncologist.
• Aptness to carry out pretreatment preparations including simulations and fabrication of treatment devices.
• Competent in performing daily morning QA on linear accelerators and CT simulator.
• Ability to utilize the hospital and Radiation Oncology EMR systems to record patient treatment delivery, document patient positioning information, and communicate any pertinent information regarding the patients care coordination as well as scheduling patients for simulation/treatment.
• Flexible to participate in on-call procedures if needed.
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• The radiation therapist will ensure a positive and compassionate patient experience by providing support and education; explain the procedure and put patients at ease.
• Able to maintain a calm and helpful attitude, even under times of stress, and take appropriate and reasonable steps to resolve issues.

Required Citizenship / Work Permit / Visa Status

US Citizen / Green Card holder