Reg Radiation Therapist - Cancer Center - Radiology Oncology - FT

Reg Radiation Therapist – Cancer Center – Radiology Oncology – FT Job Summary: To perform technical tasks associated with the localization of tumors and administration of radiation therapy to patients; operate X‑ray imaging machine, perform computerized tomography or CT scan, and adjust linear accelerator during simulation phase; position patient and deliver prescribed dosage; record treatment administered on patient chart. This job profile may require call subject to the department's discretion. Education & Experience Graduate of a Radiation Therapy program accredited by a mechanism acceptable to the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT). Certifications, Licenses or Registration Required ARRT registration in Radiation Therapy; Mississippi registration; or board eligible and certified within 6 months. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of radiation protection and quality assurance, clinical concepts in Radiation Oncology, treatment planning, treatment delivery, and patient care and education. Verbal and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills. Ability to maintain accurate, detailed records. Ability to alleviate patient anxiety. Ability to ensure compliance with radiation safety principles and/or infection control standards. Responsibilities Prepare examination room; explain procedures and assist patients in preparing for examination and treatment. Review set‑up of equipment, patient positioning, and dosage calculations for accuracy prior to administration of radiation treatments. Assist Radiation Oncologist and Dosimetrist in developing a treatment plan. Ensure compliance with the principles of radiation protection for patient, self, and others. Monitor patient condition during treatment and provide emotional support to patient. Maintain detailed records of patient treatment such as radiation dosage, total amount used to date, area treated, equipment settings, and patient reactions. Maintain a clean work area; check and maintain equipment in safe and satisfactory working order; report defects or deficiencies for adjustment and repair. Physical and Environmental Demands Requires occasional exposure to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and exposure to heat and cold, constant handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment, constant exposure to bio‑hazardous conditions such as risk of radiation exposure, blood‑borne pathogens, fumes or airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations, occasional activities subject to significant volume changes of a seasonal/clinical nature, constant work produced subject to precise measures of quantity and quality, occasional bending, occasional lifting and carrying more than 100 pounds, occasional crouching/stooping, occasional kneeling, occasional pushing/pulling, frequent reaching, occasional sitting, frequent standing, occasional twisting, and frequent walking. Benefits Eligibility Grant Funded. Job Posting Date: 05/21/2026. Full time. 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