Proton Radiation Therapist

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Proton machine operation expertise
Patient preparation and immobilization
Image-guidance interpretation skills
The role requires maintaining a higher level of vigilance in patient preparation, alignment, and beam delivery for proton therapy

Job Summary

  • The role requires maintaining a higher level of vigilance in patient preparation, alignment, and beam delivery for proton therapy.
  • Candidates must understand the intricacies of the proton machine and work closely with on-site engineering teams to manage downtime.
  • The position offers comprehensive benefits including health plans, up to 10% retirement matching, and educational discounts.

Matching Summary

The role requires maintaining a higher level of vigilance in patient preparation, alignment, and beam delivery for proton therapy.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Proton machine operation expertise
  • Patient preparation and immobilization
  • Image-guidance interpretation skills
  • CT simulation and QACT performance
  • Daily equipment warm-up procedures

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative teamwork environment
  • Flexibility for extended hours
  • Mentoring clinical residents
  • Engineering team coordination

Key Requirements

  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in radiation therapy
  • Current ARRT registration as a radiation therapist
  • Arkansas Department of Health licensure
  • Two years of healthcare experience (if Associate's degree)
  • Current BLS certification

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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