Radiation Therapist

Job Summary

The Radiation Therapists administers ionizing radiation and performs CT simulations under the prescription of Radiation Oncologist. May utilize a variety of therapeutic equipment, including high energy linear accelerators, and radioactive materials. Prepares radiation equipment for use, explains procedure to patients, observes patients during treatment, and monitors radiation safety measures. Assists with devices, plans treatment techniques via computer and/or manual computations, and modifying devices. Responsible for adhering to principles of radiation protection for self, patients, and others.


Minimum Job Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiation Oncology Technology.
• Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist.
• Indiana State License as a Radiation Therapist.
• BLS certification or must obtain at Orientation and prior to reporting to department.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Excellent communication skills to effectively and tactfully communicate with patients and their families and guests, co-workers, managers, Marion Health Administrators, providers, consultants, business associates and regulatory agencies presenting a professional image as a representative of Marion Health.
• Interpersonal skills necessary in order to carry out duties in a professional manner, as well as the ability to work well under stress.
• Excellent time management.
• Ability to provide clinical reasoning; decision-making and critical thinking.
• Highly developed computer skills and the ability to learn and proficiently perform computer applications related to department operations and job function.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to be discreet and protect the integrity of any confidential matter or information encountered during the performance of job duties.

Working Conditions

• Typical hospital clinical environment with frequent standing and walking.
• Work may be subject to interruptions.
• Risk of occupational exposure to blood and other potentially infectious, electrical and radiation hazards.
• Works with protected health information.
• Ability to work any shift, occasional extended hours, holidays and/or weekends based on the needs of the department.

Physical and Mental Activities, Tools and Equipment

• Standing, walking, stooping, bending, lifting, pushing and pulling to provide patient care and to utilize patient care devices necessary to perform duties in a safe manner.
• Uses computer and other standard office equipment.
• Uses patient care tools and equipment as they relate to area of clinical specialty.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Marion Health is a smoke-free environment.