Radiation Therapy Specialist – Day Shift

Advocate Health; United States; On-site; USD 57,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Educational assistance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Radiation Therapist to ensure accurate delivery of prescribed radiation doses for cancer patients. The role involves patient positioning, immobilization, and collaboration with physicians to optimize treatment plans.

Responsibilities include CT simulation, supervising students, and participating in advanced techniques such as brachytherapy and radiosurgery, while maintaining safety and documentation standards.

Qualifications

• ARRT certified program graduate or eligible for licensure.
• CPR certification required.
• Experience with radiation therapy equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver prescribed radiation dose accurately for cancer treatment.
• Position patients per setup instructions with proper immobilization.
• Assist physicians with procedures and equipment limitations.
• Monitor patient symptoms to determine treatment continuation.
• Schedule outpatient appointments and coordinate care.
• Participate in advanced treatments (brachytherapy, stereotactic radiosurgery).
• Perform CT simulation when assigned.
• Supervise students in clinical program.

Skills

CPR certification

ARRT license

Treatment modalities

Linear accelerators

Simulators

Communication skills

Education

ARRT approved Radiation Therapy Technology program

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a Radiation Therapist to ensure accurate delivery of prescribed radiation doses for cancer patients. The role involves patient positioning, immobilization, and collaboration with physicians to optimize treatment plans.

Responsibilities include CT simulation, supervising students, and participating in advanced techniques such as brachytherapy and radiosurgery, while maintaining safety and documentation standards.