Radiation Therapist

Radiation Therapist - PRN

Summa Health - Akron City Campus

Per Diem (PRN) / Days / Variable Schedule - As Needed

Summa Health System is recognized as one of the region's top employers by a number of third party organizations, including NorthCoast 99. Exceptional candidates gravitate to Summa because of its culture, passion for delivering excellent service to our patients and families commitment to our philosophy of servant leadership, collegial working relationships at every level of the organization and competitive pay and benefits.


Summary :
Under general supervision by a radiation oncologist, medical physicist, or department manager, performs a variety of technical procedures within the radiation oncology department. Performs CT simulations and delivers therapeutic radiation as prescribed by the radiation oncologist.


Formal Education Required :
a. Graduate of an accredited radiation therapy program

Experience & Training Required :
a. Certified in radiation therapy by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
b. Current state license for radiation therapy from the Ohio Department of Health
c. Current BLS/CPR certification from The American Heart Association

Other Skills, Competencies and Qualifications:
a. Knowledge of various radiation therapy treatment modalities (3D, VMAT, SRS, SBRT, HDR, SRT)
b. Understanding of radiation safety standards and best practices
c. Interpersonal skills
d. Critical thinking
e. Detail oriented
f. Understanding of proper patient lifting techniques

Level of Physical Demands:
a. Ability to stand, walk, and crouch throughout the day
b. Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50lbs

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

$38.68/hr - $46.42/hr
The salary range on this job posting/advertising is base salary exclusive of any bonuses or differentials. Many factors, such as years of relevant experience and geographical location are considered when determining the starting rate of pay. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members when determining offers. Please keep in mind that the range that is listed is the full base salary range. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical.

Summa Health offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program to include medical, dental, vision, life, paid time off as well as many other benefits.

• Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Supplemental Life and AD&D
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts - Healthcare and Dependent Care
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Education Assistance
• Daily Pay