Radiation Therapist

Job Title

Radiation Therapist

Location

Paducah, KY

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Administer ionizing radiation and accurately document treatment data in patient charts
• Assist Radiation Oncologist in performing simulations and fabricating immobilization devices, including utilization of the CT simulator
• Assess patient needs, check charts for mathematical errors, and communicate with physicians regarding examinations as necessary
• Serve as clinical instructor for radiation therapy students, including monitoring and documenting student progress and facilitating communications across care service areas
• Explain rationale of all procedures to patients and families across all age ranges (neonatal to geriatric)
• Maintain knowledge of radiotherapy treatment units, treatment procedures, field blocking techniques, and basic patient care skills

Required Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Radiation Therapy
• Registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) in Radiation Therapy
• Active licensure through the Kentucky Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy
• BLS certification required
• Strong clinical knowledge of radiotherapy treatment units, simulation, immobilization device fabrication, and basic patient care
• Ability to be on call, including weekends and holidays, and flexibility to work above-standard hours to meet staffing needs

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior Radiation Oncology experience
• Experience using Aria and Varian linear accelerators

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to play a meaningful clinical and educational role within a collaborative oncology care team
• Gain experience in a setting that values student development, interdisciplinary communication, and high-quality patient care