Radiation Therapy Technologist 1

University of Miami; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition remission

Medical & dental benefits

Job summary

The University of Miami’s Department of Radiation Oncology is seeking a Radiation Therapy Technologist I to simulate and administer prescribed radiation treatments. The role supports patient care, monitors response, and provides emotional support as needed.

Responsibilities include operating treatment machines, ensuring safety, reviewing prescriptions, and collaborating with the oncology team to customize patient treatment plans.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in radiation therapy or related field.
• Graduate of an accredited radiation therapy program.
• Current Florida Radiation Therapy license.
• ARRT accreditation.
• CPR certification.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of radiation therapy equipment operation.
• Knowledge of human anatomy and proper patient positioning.
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods.
• Ability to fabricate immobilization devices and blocks.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed radiation doses using therapy equipment.
• Positions patients for treatment according to prescription.
• Reviews prescription, diagnosis, patient chart, and identification.
• Maintains records of dosages, equipment settings, and patient reactions.
• Monitors patient condition and reports adverse effects.
• Follows radiation safety and protection procedures.
• Operates simulation and treatment machines safely.
• Performs daily machine safety checks.
• Collaborates with Radiation Oncologist to tailor treatment plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Anatomy knowledge

Patient positioning

Immobilization device fabrication

Education

Associate’s degree in radiation therapy or related field

Graduate of an accredited radiation therapy program

Job description

The Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a Radiation Therapy Technologist 1. The incumbent in this position simulates and administers radiation treatment to patients as prescribed by the physician. This position monitors the patient’s physical condition to determine if any adverse side effects are taking place and provides emotional support as needed.

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Administers doses of radiation to specific body parts, using radiation therapy equipment according to established practices and standards, as prescribed by the physician.
• Positions patients for treatment with accuracy according to prescription.
• Reviews prescription, diagnosis, patient chart, and identification.
• Maintains records, reports, and files as required, including information such as radiation dosages, equipment settings and patient reactions.
• Observes the patient’s clinical progress and uses clinical decision‑making skills to recognize and report any signs of complications.
• Follows principles of radiation protection for patient, self, and others.
• Adheres to the radiation safety procedure protocol.
• Operates a variety of computerized simulation and treatment machines safely and effectively.
• Performs and documents daily machine safety checks.
• Understands safe limits of equipment operations, and reports and identifies abnormalities or inconsistencies to the proper authority.
• Constructs immobilization devices and employs custom blocking techniques that are conducive to conformal radiation therapy.
• Utilizes sophisticated imaging equipment and treatment planning systems for precise tumor localization.
• Works closely with the Radiation Oncologist and the therapy team in the preparation of a treatment plan that is customized to the patient’s needs.
• Performs simulations according to physician’s orders.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Associate’s degree in a related field required.
• Graduate of an accredited radiation therapy school.
• Certification and Licensing: Current/valid Florida Radiation Therapy license required.
• Accreditation by American Registry of Radiologic Technology.
• CPR certification.
• Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes: Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Knowledge of principles, practices and procedures used to operate radiation therapy machine equipment.
• Knowledge of human anatomy and proper positioning techniques to provide treatment to patient as prescribed.
• Able to stand and walk for long periods.
• Able to fabricate immobilization devices, blocks, and compensators.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida’s only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine.

As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We’re the challenge you’ve been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status: Full time Employee Type: Staff

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The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.