Radiation Therapist Radiation Oncology Casual

Northwestern Medicine group; Geneva (IL); On-site; USD 64,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Lifecycle benefits

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Radiation Therapist for Radiation Oncology on a casual, part-time basis. The role involves delivering radiation therapy per MD prescriptions, ensuring accuracy, and coordinating patient care in the NMH Cancer Center.

Responsibilities include preparing patients for treatments, instructing patients, and maintaining infection control while supporting a compassionate, patient-first approach under physician supervision.

Qualifications

• CPR Basic Life Support certification by AHA required.
• Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate patient care.
• Strong communication skills with patients and team.

Responsibilities

• Delivers radiation therapy or simulations as prescribed.
• Operates equipment and ensures treatment accuracy.
• Prepares supplies and positioning for treatments.
• Monitors patient comfort and coordinates with physician.
• Maintains infection control and room cleanliness.

Skills

CPR Basic Life Support

Patient care

Communication

Education

ARRT certification

JRCERT/AMA approved Radiation Therapy program

Job description

Radiation Therapist Radiation Oncology Casual

• Part-time
• Hours Per Week / FTE: 1.2 hrs/wk - 0.03 FTE
• Salary Range Minimum : $46.69
• Salary Range Maximum: $65.37
• Compensation: USD 46.69 - USD 65.37 - hourly

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

The Radiation Therapist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

The Radiation Therapist is responsible for the delivery of radiation therapy treatment to patients at the NMH Cancer Center. The therapist is responsible for adhering to all policies and procedures governing the high quality and compassionate delivery of radiation therapy treatments and simulations. The Radiation Therapist will work in cooperation with other team members to assure all treatment procedures are delivered accurately with compassion and according to the MD prescription provided.

Responsibilities:

• Instructs and prepares patients for radiation therapy or simulations.
• Demonstrates overall knowledge of treatments and use of pertinent equipment.
• Prepare supplies and equipment necessary for positioning and accuracy of treatment.
• Assesses patient pain interfering with treatments. Makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.
• Rooms patients and provides direct patient care under the supervision of a physician, and/or direction of an RN/LPN. Records medical histories.
• Prepares patients for treatments and considers specific patient needs; administers care according to individual age and abilities.
• Adheres to CDH Environment of Care policies. Maintains infection control standards for treatment/procedure rooms and areas where patient care services are delivered. Cleans, disinfects, changes linen etc.

Qualifications

Required:

• American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) certification or eligibility.
  • If hired without ARRT, must obtain within 3 months of starting.
• Graduated from JRCERT/AMA approved course in Radiation Therapy Technology, resulting in certification or eligibility for ARRT certification in Radiation Therapy Technology.
• CPR Basic Life Saver certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.

Please refer to the Benefits Eligibility by Employment Classification to determine benefits eligibility for job postings.

If sign-on bonus is included in a job posting eligibility is as followed: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign-on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position as a Registered Nurse at NM may be eligible.