Radiation Therapist (UTHP Radiation Oncology Cancer Center)

Under general supervision, responsible for assisting with the administration of targeted doses of radiation as prescribed by a radiologist in the treatment cancer and other diseases.

• Assists in preparing sealed radioactive materials, calculates actual treatment dosages, and prepares equipment such as immobilization, treatment and protection.
• Develops and administers patient treatment plans using radiation therapy techniques and radiopharmaceuticals; checks prescription, chart, calculations and patient identity.
• Ensures proper application and safety techniques are used.
• Checks machine alignment, lasers, interlocks, and beam/light field alignment and maintains daily records on machine; reports problems.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

• Detail oriented.
• Must follow exact instructions and input exact measurements to make sure the patient is exposed to the correct amount of radiation.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Works closely with patients.
• It is important that therapists be comfortable interacting with people who may be going through physical and emotional stress.
• Physical stamina.
• Must be able to be on their feet for long periods and be able to lift and move patients who need assistance.
• Technical skills.
• Works with computers and large pieces of technological equipment; must be comfortable operating those devices.

EDUCATION:

• Associate's degree and graduate of AMA accredited program in Radiation Therapy Technology is required.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION:

• Registered by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists in Radiation Therapy and licensed in Medical Radiological Technology by the Texas State Department of Health or eligible for licensure is required.
• As a condition of continued employment, all incumbents are required to attain a license in Medical Radiological Technology by the Texas State Department of Health within 180 days of employment.