Radiation Therapist: Patient Care & Treatments Designer

OSF HealthCare; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare is seeking a Radiation Therapist to support daily patient flow in the Radiation Oncology clinic. You will assist physicians by treating patients with prescribed ionizing radiation, preparing rooms, positioning patients and delivering treatments using specialized equipment.

You will monitor patients during therapy, simulate treatments, and help design device setups to match treatment plans while ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout their care pathway.

Qualifications

• Experience with patient care and explaining procedures.
• Ability to interpret treatment prescriptions and ensure patient comfort.
• Understanding of radiation therapy procedures and physics as taught in an approved program.

Responsibilities

• Assist daily patient flow in the Radiation Oncology location.
• Prepare treatment room and position patients for therapy.
• Deliver prescribed doses of ionizing radiation using specialized equipment.
• Monitor patients during therapy sessions for comfort and changes in condition.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Analytical skills

Patient care

Education

Radiation therapy program

Tools

Radiation therapy equipment operation

Job description

OSF HealthCare is seeking a Radiation Therapist to support daily patient flow in the Radiation Oncology clinic. You will assist physicians by treating patients with prescribed ionizing radiation, preparing rooms, positioning patients and delivering treatments using specialized equipment.

You will monitor patients during therapy, simulate treatments, and help design device setups to match treatment plans while ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout their care pathway.