Radiation Therapist - Radiation Oncology

Kettering Health; Kettering (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health is seeking a Radiation Therapist to join the Radiation Oncology team at Kettering. The role involves accurate treatment planning and simulation under the Medical Director and Radiation Oncologists, delivering care within regulatory standards.

Required credentials include ARRT certification, Ohio license, and BLS, with an Associate’s Degree or higher in Radiologic Science. The therapist should maintain certifications and contribute to safety and quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• ARRT certification in Radiation Therapy is required.
• Licensed by the State of Ohio in Radiation Therapy.
• Associate’s Degree or higher in Radiologic Science or equivalent certification.
• BLS certification required.
• Maintain professional certifications as required.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of Medical Director and Radiation Oncologists as part of the Radiation Oncology team.
• Ensure accurate treatment and simulation of patients.
• Pursue ongoing professional development within legal scope.
• Act as patient advocate focused on safe care and participate in performance improvement activities.
• Report to the Department Manager and perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Associate’s Degree in Radiologic Science

ARRT certification in Radiation Therapy

State of Ohio Radiation Therapy license

BLS certification

Job description

Job Details

Kettering Health Main | Kettering | Full Time | 1st shift

Responsibilities & Requirements

Job Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Medical Director and the department Radiation Oncologists, works as a member of the Radiation Oncology team in the accurate treatment and simulation of patients.

The radiation therapist is responsible for his/her own professional development and practices within the scope of care defined by law.

Utilizing organizational resources the radiation therapist acts as a patient advocate for the delivery of safe care, including participation in performance improvement activities. The delivery of radiation treatments within the Kettering Health Network reflects the missions, vision, values, and philosophies of the organization and the department. Performs other duties as assigned.

The Radiation Therapist reports to the Department Manager.

Requirements

• ARRT certification in Radiation Therapy.
• Licensed by the State of Ohio in Radiation Therapy.
• Associate’s Degree or higher in Radiologic Science or certification in Radiation Therapy
• BLS certification
• Maintain certification as required by their licensing bodies

Preferred Qualifications

1 year of experience preferred, new therapists welcome

Overview

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. Our mission is to live God’s love by promoting and restoring health. Our commitment to our patients is to help individuals be their best. With that context, safety is our top priority. We provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to providing exceptional care.