Radiation Therapist

Position Details Primary City/State: Sun City, Arizona Department Name: Radiation Oncology Work Shift: Day Job Category: Clinical Care Benefits New grads welcome! Sign-On and Relocation Assistance available! $7500 issued within 45 business days $7500 issued after 24 months of employment Position Summary As a Radiation Therapist, you’ll be part of a high‑performing, collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care in a technologically advanced and supportive environment. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic department with five treatment vaults, treating an average of 20–30 patients per vault each day. Core Functions Performs radiation therapy treatments by following and verifying referring providers’ orders. Uses independent judgment and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures. Educates patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment to be performed. Demonstrates professional behavior/conduct in all interactions; fosters teamwork, efficient use of resources and quality patient outcomes. Operates treatment and treatment planning equipment to include simulation in accordance with departmental policy. Prepares treatments and administers prescribed doses in accordance with established policies. Prepares and maintains accurate documentation. Demonstrates competence in performing prescribed invasive/interventional procedures in accordance with established policies. Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements. Demonstrates the ability to trouble shoot and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance. Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors. Adheres to radiation safety practices. Ensures the safe receipt, administration, storage, and disposal of radioactive materials utilizing ALARA principles. Accountable for the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to radiation oncology practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information. Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department. Independently performs prescribed radiation therapy procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols to patients. Internal customers: All levels of radiation oncology, nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients, caregivers and family members. Minimum Qualifications Must possess a strong knowledge of clinical care as normally obtained through an Associate degree in radiation oncology or related field. Requires national certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and licensure by the state regulatory agency if applicable. BLS certification required. Must be knowledgeable of clinical techniques, applications and equipment relative to the area of work. Must demonstrate effective communication skills, human relations skills, and be safety conscious. Preferred Qualifications Previous radiation therapy experience preferred. Additional related education and/or experience preferred. Schedule 40 hours, Monday - Friday, 8‑hour shifts. Other Information Our organization supports a drug‑free work environment. EEO Statement EEO/Disabled/Veterans #J-18808-Ljbffr