Radiology Tech

Spectrum Healthcare Resources; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum Healthcare Resources is seeking a civilian Radiographic Technologist (CT Tech) at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. The role involves CT simulation, treatment setup, and collaboration with Radiation Oncologist and Dosimetrist.

The position emphasizes work-life balance with a Monday–Friday schedule, no weekends, and a comprehensive benefits package. ARRT certification and JRCERT-accredited training are required, along with BLS.

Qualifications

• Radiographic Technologist degree from a JRCERT-accredited program.
• Current ARRT certification required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Receive patients, explain procedures, position patients, and assist in treatment planning with Radiation Oncologist/Dosimetrist.
• Oversee daily treatment operations and ensure correct field positioning and treatment delivery as prescribed.
• Perform CT simulation, verify equipment parameters, and document simulation/treatment parameters.

Skills

Patient positioning

CT imaging

Team collaboration

Education

JRCERT accredited radiation therapist program

ARRT certification

BLS Certification

Job description

Job Description

Spectrum Healthcare Resources has an opportunity for a civilian Radiographic Technologist (CT Tech) at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville, TN.

Key Benefits

• Full-time opportunity with emphasis on work‑life balance
• Monday – Friday; no weekends, 7:30 am – 4:00 pm
• Employee status and a comprehensive benefits package to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and more
• Opportunity to work with active military and their families
• Shall perform all aspects of radiation therapy delivery and assist in administrative functions within the Radiation Oncology Clinic, as needed, Accountable to the Chief of Radiation Oncology

Duties

• Receive patients, explain treatment procedures, position patients, obtain patient contours, and confer with the Radiation Oncologist and Dosimetrist regarding the volumes to be treated. Simulate treatment, mark patient's skin, and prepare specialized, tailor‑made accessories such as bolus, blocks, immobilization devices, and compensating filters.

• Oversee treatment and evaluate overall daily treatment operations. Ensure the correct position and alignment of fields, as simulated, and that all treatments are delivered as prescribed by Radiation Oncologist.

• Perform computerized tomography (CT) simulation for all patients. Check operating parameters of radiation therapy simulators, treatment system, and linear accelerators to ensure compatibility of simulation setup and treatment machine setup. Ensure all simulation documentation is properly completed and filed. Assist Dosimetrist during patient setup to record radiation therapy treatment parameters in treatment charts.

Position Requirements

• Degree/Education: Radiographic Technologist (Radiation Therapist) must graduate from a Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) accredited radiation therapist training program and have a current certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• BLS Certification