Proton Radiation Therapist

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

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, immobilization, alignment, and beam delivery as prescribed by a radiation oncologist

Job Summary

  • The role requires maintaining a higher level of vigilance in patient preparation, immobilization, alignment, and beam delivery as prescribed by a radiation oncologist.
  • Employees will work closely with an on-site engineering team to manage frequent downtime situations and perform daily quality control checks on sophisticated proton machines.
  • The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences offers comprehensive benefits including health plans, up to 10% retirement matching, and education discounts for staff.

Matching Summary

The role requires maintaining a higher level of vigilance in patient preparation, immobilization, alignment, and beam delivery as prescribed by a radiation oncologist.

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
  • Beam delivery precision
  • Daily equipment warm-up procedures
  • Collaboration with engineering team

Nice-to-have

  • Flexibility for extended hours
  • Willingness to learn particle therapy
  • Experience with downtime management
  • Teaching clinical residents
  • High vigilance in treatment accuracy

Key Requirements

  • Associate's degree in radiation therapy plus 2 years healthcare experience OR Bachelor's degree
  • Current ARRT registration as a radiation therapist
  • Arkansas Department of Health licensure as Radiation Therapist
  • Current BLS certification or obtain within 30 days
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

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

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