Radiation Therapist, PRN

Community Hospital, CO; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 56,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Free Parking

Paid time off

Education assistance

403(b) with employer matching

Wellness Program

Job summary

Community Hospital in Grand Junction, CO seeks a Radiation Therapist to deliver prescribed radiation treatments and guide patients through procedures. The role includes preparing rooms and equipment, positioning patients with precision, and verifying daily treatment parameters to ensure accurate dosing.

Required is BLS and education at Associate level or higher, with Bachelor's degree preferred. The position offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Associates or higher education as preferred.
• Bachelor's degree or higher preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver radiation therapy treatments.
• Explain treatment procedures to patients.
• Prepare the treatment room and equipment; transfer and position patients for treatments.
• Check daily treatment parameters; deliver prescribed dosage and maintain treatment records.
• Photograph patients in the treatment position and observe for dosage changes.
• Maintain supplies for the treatment room.
• Schedule patients for treatment on treatment machines.

Education

Associates or better

Bachelors or better

Job description

• Deliver safe, accurate radiation therapy treatments in accordance with each patient’s prescribed plan of care.
• Guide patients through the treatment process by clearly explaining procedures, answering questions, and helping them feel informed and supported.
• Prepare treatment rooms and equipment, safely assist patients into treatment areas, and position them with precision and comfort.
• Verify daily treatment parameters, administer prescribed radiation doses accurately, and maintain complete treatment records.
• Document patient positioning through imaging and monitor patients for unusual responses or changes throughout treatment.
• Perform tumor localization procedures to support precise, effective treatment delivery.
• Maintain an organized, well-stocked treatment room to promote efficient patient care.
• Coordinate patient schedules across treatment machines to support a smooth and timely care experience.

Requirements

• Performs radiation therapy treatments.
• Explains treatment procedures to patients.
• Prepares the treatment room and equipment; transfers patients to treatment areas; and position patients for treatments.
• Checks daily treatment parameters; deliver the prescribed dosage and maintains treatment records.
• Photographs patients in the treatment position and observes patients for unusual changes of dosage.
• Maintains supplies for the treatment room.
• Schedules patients for treatment on treatment machines.

Compensation

The anticipated compensation range for this position is $41.00 - $47.15 per hour, commensurate with qualifications, education, experience, and other applicable factors. This position is non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Additional compensation may be available in the form of discretionary incentive or other compensation programs. Any such additional compensation is not guaranteed and is determined at the sole discretion of the organization based on applicable program terms, individual and/or organizational performance, and other eligibility requirements.

• Life Insurance
• Free Parking
• Paid time off
• Education assistance
• 403(b) with employer matching
• Wellness Program
• Additional benefits based on employment status

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted through October 31, 2026.

The anticipated application deadline is October 31, 2026 based on the Community’s good-faith expectation of the anticipated recruitment timeline. Community may extend the application deadline if needed and will update the posting accordingly.

Community Hospital recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, Community Hospital is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual’s race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, genetic information or veteran status. Community Hospital does not discriminate against any “qualified applicant with a disability” as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

Associates or better.

Bachelors or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

BLS

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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