Radiation Therapy Lead & QA Champion

Advocate Health; Barrington (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Barrington, IL is seeking a Radiation Therapist to administer treatments per the physician's plan, assist in localizing tumors, and conduct regular QA checks. You will educate patients on treatments and side effects while supporting staff through orientation and supervision.

Additionally, you will monitor schedules, maintain records, and collaborate on safety initiatives to ensure high-quality patient care and departmental efficiency.

Qualifications

• Associate of Science in Radiation Therapy or Radiation Therapy certificate.
• Minimum 3 years clinical Radiation Therapy experience.
• Proficient in treatment delivery with knowledge of brachytherapy and SRS preferred.
• ARRT registration and BLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers Radiation Therapy treatments per physician prescription and plan.
• Assists physician in localizing tumor volumes using radiographic techniques.
• Maintains accurate treatment and billing records.
• Assists in patient education about treatments and side effects.
• Provides direction, evaluation and orientation to staff Radiation Therapists.
• Performs weekly QA checks and monitors equipment maintenance.

Skills

Treatment delivery

Brachytherapy

SRS knowledge

Leadership

ARRT registration

BLS certified

Education

Associate or certificate in Radiation Therapy

Job description

Advocate Health in Barrington, IL is seeking a Radiation Therapist to administer treatments per the physician's plan, assist in localizing tumors, and conduct regular QA checks. You will educate patients on treatments and side effects while supporting staff through orientation and supervision.

Additionally, you will monitor schedules, maintain records, and collaborate on safety initiatives to ensure high-quality patient care and departmental efficiency.