Radiation Therapist: Precision Oncology Care

Advocate Aurora Health; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Elgin, IL seeks a Radiation Therapist to deliver treatments and support patient care within Radiation Oncology. You will reproduce setups, operate imaging tools, and maintain accurate treatment records while ensuring patient comfort and safety.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will participate in daily QA, collaborate on treatment planning CTs, and mentor students. A strong licensure background is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• ARRT registry-eligible or ARRT license; IDNS license is required.
• BLS certification.
• Radiation Oncology Certificate and/or an Associate degree in Radiation Therapy Technology.

Responsibilities

• Administers Radiation Therapy treatments per physician prescription and plan.
• Reproduces setup in the treatment room using positioning aids.
• Maintains patient contact and ensures safety throughout treatment.
• Records treatments accurately; ensures proper billing and statistics.
• Performs planning CTs and uses imaging for verification (OBI).
• Conducts daily/weekly QA checks on equipment.
• Educates patients about treatments and potential side effects.
• Instructs and supervises Radiation Therapy students during training.

Skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Computer skills

Education

Radiation Oncology Certificate

Associate degree in Radiation Therapy Technology

Tools

IMPAC system

On-Board Imaging (OBI)

Job description

Advocate Health in Elgin, IL seeks a Radiation Therapist to deliver treatments and support patient care within Radiation Oncology. You will reproduce setups, operate imaging tools, and maintain accurate treatment records while ensuring patient comfort and safety.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will participate in daily QA, collaborate on treatment planning CTs, and mentor students. A strong licensure background is essential for this role.