Therapist Radiation Therapist

Job Title: Radiation Therapist

Location: Galesburg, IL

Schedule / Job Type: Full-time, Days (Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM or 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM); no weekends; observed holidays include New Year’s, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review patient charts to determine treatment prescriptions, doses, and imaging needs; assist in patient simulation and localization procedures in collaboration with physicians and physicists.
• Prepare and position patients accurately using specialized equipment such as CT/Sim, Varian Halcyon linear accelerator, and treatment devices; ensure patient comfort and safety during procedures.
• Fabricate custom immobilization devices and treatment accessories; perform quality control tests on treatment equipment and maintain accurate treatment records.
• Explain procedures and potential side effects to patients, providing care instructions and addressing patient concerns.
• Monitor patients through CCTV during treatments, observe for physiological or psychological changes, and report findings to appropriate medical staff.
• Maintain supply inventory and ensure all treatment supplies and equipment are prepared and functional for daily operations.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a radiation therapist.
• Knowledge of radiation therapy procedures, equipment operation, and physics related to radiation treatments.
• Certification as ARRT registered and hold Illinois IEMA licensure.
• Proficiency in operating treatment planning and management systems, including CT/Sim, Varian Halcyon, Aria RO, and electronic health records (Epic).
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication with patients, physicians, and healthcare team members.

Preferred Experience / Skills:

• Experience with treatment device fabrication.
• Familiarity with quality control procedures for radiation therapy equipment.
• Prior experience in a clinical setting with new department infrastructure.

Why Join Us:

• Be part of an innovative, new radiation oncology department with state-of-the-art equipment.
• Opportunity to work with a dedicated and collaborative healthcare team in a supportive environment committed to patient care and professional growth.

Additional Notes: This position requires adherence to professional appearance standards, including dress code, personal hygiene, and conduct, along with compliance to safety and privacy regulations. Training on the new Varian Halcyon system will be provided as part of the department’s setup and ongoing development.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and join a growing radiation oncology team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care.