Radiation Therapist – Precision Oncology Care

American Oncology Network; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 4,200,302 - 8,367,542; Full time

Job summary

American Oncology Network is seeking a qualified Radiation Therapist (RTT) in Houston to deliver high‑quality radiation treatments under the supervision of the Radiation Therapy Lead. You will ensure accurate treatment delivery, proper documentation, and patient safety while communicating with patients and families.

The role requires minimum 1 year of RTT experience or recent graduate eligibility, ARRT certification, CPR/BLS, and strong English communication (Spanish desirable).

Qualifications

• Minimum – Graduate from an accredited School of Radiation Therapy Technology.
• Preferred – BS Degree in Radiation Therapy Technology or other related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide radiation therapy services by contributing as an essential member of the radiation oncology treatment team through provision of total quality care of each patient.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families and other members of the radiation oncology team.
• Respond physically, intellectually and emotionally to emergency situations, provide first aid, CPR and other patient care until a physician or nurse arrives.
• Capable of handling stressful situations, making informed decisions and giving emotional support to patients and their families.
• Document accurately and legible treatment set-ups, doses and calculations.
• Use good judgment in regard to situations in which treatment be held until consultation with the radiation oncologist.
• Explain procedure to patient, means of communication during treatment and procedure to be followed if emergency arises during treatment.
• Reinforce advice given to patients about skin care, mouth care, diets and general welfare.
• Provide instructional direction and/or guidance to therapists under his/her supervision in correct procedure and practice for both routine and complex tumor localization and treatment.
• Fulfill the essential functions of a registered RTT in the clinical setting of Radiation Oncology.
• Evaluate and assess treatment delivery components by manually performing quality assurance and quality control checks, observing monitors and scales to note divergence from expected readings, detecting equipment malfunctions and taking appropriate action.
• Evaluate and assess daily, the physiologic and psychological responsiveness of each patient delivery including providing effective patient education.
• Maintain values congruent with the profession’s code of ethics and scope of practice as well as adhering to national, institutional and / or departmental standards, policies and procedures regarding treatment delivery and patient care.
• Comply with all Federal and State laws and regulations pertaining to patient care, patient’s rights, safety, billing, and collections. Adhere to all company and departmental policies and procedures, including IT policies and procedures and Disaster Recovery Plan.

Skills

English fluency

Spanish desirable

Education

Graduate from accredited School of Radiation Therapy Technology

BS Degree in Radiation Therapy Technology or related field

Job description

American Oncology Network is seeking a qualified Radiation Therapist (RTT) in Houston to deliver high‑quality radiation treatments under the supervision of the Radiation Therapy Lead. You will ensure accurate treatment delivery, proper documentation, and patient safety while communicating with patients and families.

The role requires minimum 1 year of RTT experience or recent graduate eligibility, ARRT certification, CPR/BLS, and strong English communication (Spanish desirable).