Therapeutic Radiologic Technologist - Treatment Specialist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; San Juan (PR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentive

Relocation incentive

PCS may be authorized

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, San Juan VA Caribbean Healthcare System, is seeking Therapeutic Radiologic Technologists to work under supervision in delivering ionizing radiation therapy.

The role requires ARRT certification in Radiation Therapy, ED-accredited TRT education, and English proficiency. Responsibilities include patient preparation, treatment delivery, CT simulation support, QA, and accurate record-keeping.

Qualifications

• All applicants must be certified in therapeutic radiologic technology by the ARRT in Radiation Therapy.
• Education must include an ED-accredited program in therapeutic radiologic technology and completion of an ED-approved 12-month program.
• English language proficiency is required for TRT duties.

Responsibilities

• Administer ionizing radiation to specific sites under physician prescriptions.
• Schedule treatments to optimize accelerator time and accommodate emergencies.
• Explain procedures to patients and prepare them for treatment.
• Position patients and set technical factors; operate treatment equipment and accessories.
• Fabricate and verify immobilization devices as needed for treatment accuracy.
• Maintain treatment records and verify imaging and dosimetry data for QA.

Skills

Radiologic technology

English proficiency

Quality assurance

Patient care

Education

AA/AS in TRT

ARRT Radiation Therapy cert

Tools

Record and Verify System

OBI system

CT simulator

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, San Juan VA Caribbean Healthcare System, is seeking Therapeutic Radiologic Technologists to work under supervision in delivering ionizing radiation therapy.

The role requires ARRT certification in Radiation Therapy, ED-accredited TRT education, and English proficiency. Responsibilities include patient preparation, treatment delivery, CT simulation support, QA, and accurate record-keeping.