Radiation Therapist - Proton Therapy

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, United States
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
On-site
Radiation therapy procedures
Dose calculations
Routine consistency checks
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Radiation Therapist for its Proton Therapy department. The role involves administering radiation treatments under the supervision of a Clinical Operations Director, requiring specific qualifications in radiation therapy and patient care

Job Summary

  • The Radiation Therapist is responsible for administering, simulating and recording radiation treatment set-ups to patients as prescribed by a radiation oncologist.
  • Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Operations Director, is responsible for radiation therapy procedures, dose calculations, chart, and routine consistency checks on the treatment machine and simulator during a treatment day, five days a week.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only): Health, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave, Education discount, Retirement, Basic Life Insurance, Career Training and Educational Opportunities, Merchant Discounts, and Concierge prescription delivery.

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Radiation Therapist for its Proton Therapy department. The role involves administering radiation treatments under the supervision of a Clinical Operations Director, requiring specific qualifications in radiation therapy and patient care.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Radiation therapy procedures
  • Dose calculations
  • Routine consistency checks
  • Patient EMR information
  • Quality control of patient EMR

Nice-to-have

  • Teamwork and diversity
  • Collaborative healthcare organization
  • Improving patient care

Key Requirements

  • Associate's degree in radiation therapy OR Bachelor's degree in radiation therapy
  • Two (2) years of experience in a healthcare environment
  • Current registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
  • Current Licensure as a Radiation Therapist with the Arkansas Department of Health
  • Current BLS certification

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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