Radiation Therapist: Precision Care & Patient Comfort

Community Health Systems; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a Radiation Therapist to deliver prescribed radiation therapy and ensure accurate treatment delivery. You will position patients, operate megavoltage equipment, and perform daily QA checks to maintain treatment accuracy and safety.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and ARRT-T certification, with state licensure where applicable and BCLS within 30 days of hire. Day shift, full-time position with a collaborative oncology team.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of radiation physics, treatment planning, and safety protocols.
• Proficient in operating radiation therapy and simulation equipment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to support patient-centered care.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and follow detailed treatment protocols.

Responsibilities

• Delivers prescribed radiation therapy treatments using megavoltage equipment and verifies daily treatment parameters for accuracy before each session.
• Positions patients and adjusts equipment settings based on treatment plans, utilizing immobilization devices and alignment techniques.
• Performs daily quality assurance checks and warm-up tests on treatment machines and simulation equipment; initiates corrective actions as needed.
• Conducts CT simulations and obtains portal or verification images per department protocols.
• Maintains treatment records and documents delivered doses and patient responses.

Skills

Radiation physics

Treatment planning

Safety protocols

Equipment operation

Communication skills

Record keeping

QA procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Megavoltage equipment

Simulation equipment

Job description

Community Health Systems is seeking a Radiation Therapist to deliver prescribed radiation therapy and ensure accurate treatment delivery. You will position patients, operate megavoltage equipment, and perform daily QA checks to maintain treatment accuracy and safety.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and ARRT-T certification, with state licensure where applicable and BCLS within 30 days of hire. Day shift, full-time position with a collaborative oncology team.