Radiation Therapist- Smith Clinic

Harris Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public healthcare provider in Houston is seeking a Radiation Therapist to administer high-dose ionizing radiation to cancer patients. The role includes evaluating equipment for quality assurance, maintaining patient records, and ensuring adherence to treatment protocols. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, certification from the Texas Medical Board, and experience in radiation therapy is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a JRCERT accredited program in Radiation Therapy.
• Two (2) years in radiation therapy preferred.
• Certification as a Medical Radiologic Technician with Texas Medical Board.

Responsibilities

• Administer high-dose ionizing radiation to cancer patients.
• Evaluate equipment operation for quality assurance.
• Maintain patient records and monitor treatment charts.

Skills

Analytical

Medical Terms

Research

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Linear accelerator

CT Sim

Hexapod

XVI

Job description

About Us

Harris Health System is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health’s robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; and the Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine at the University of Houston.

Job Summary

The Radiation Therapist provides highly technical skills in administering high-dose ionizing radiation to cancer patients for localization and treatment of tumor volumes as prescribed by the physician. The therapist evaluates equipment and machine operation for quality assurance and is responsible for providing total patient care by preparing patients for radiotherapy, observing clinical progress, and consulting with the physician concerning treatment. The therapist maintains daily records and monitors treatment charts for adherence to regular port films within Mosaiq. The therapist adheres to all internal controls established for the department.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED and graduate of a JRCERT accredited program in Radiation Therapy
• Degrees: Bachelor's degree preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Certification: Medical Radiologic Technician with Texas Medical Board (TMB)
• Basic Life Support from a hospital-based American Heart Association (AHA) approved program
• Certification: Radiation Therapist with ARRT
• Work Experience: Two (2) years in radiation therapy preferred

Communication Skills

• Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact)
• Exceptional Verbal (Public Speaking)
• Writing/Correspondence
• Writing/Reports

Job Attributes

• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Analytical, Medical Terms, Research
• Work Schedule: Flexible
• Other Requirements: Knowledge of Radiation Therapy

Equipment Operated

Linear accelerator (CT Sim, Hexapod, XVI preferred)

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

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