Radiation Therapist

United States·Little Rockmid

Healthcare ClinicalImaging Technologist

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Key Responsibilities

Performs radiation therapy procedures according to the physician's orders and departmental guidelines, determines and prepares the setup within established parameters, calculates monitor units,

Requirements Summary

Minimum Qualifications: Associate's degree in Radiation Therapy plus 2 years of experience in a healthcare environment OR Bachelor's degree.

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Healthcare ClinicalImaging Technologist

12/04/2026

Clinical Staff - Clinical Support

Regular

Day Shift (United States of America)

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Requirements

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Associate's degree in Radiation Therapy plus 2 years of experience in a healthcare environment OR Bachelor's degree.
Current registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists as a radiation therapist with an accredited program of radiation therapy technology.
Current Licensure as a Radiation Therapist with the Arkansas Department of Health.
Current BLS certification or must successfully obtain certification within the first 30 days of employment.

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Operations Director; 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. Incumbent is subject to overtime and call back as required by the center.

Responsibilities

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Performs radiation therapy procedures according to the physician's orders and departmental guidelines, determines and prepares the setup within established parameters, calculates monitor units, and records patient treatment information in the EMR while maintaining confidentiality.
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Maintains and submits daily patient EMR information, charges, schedules, and census.
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Communicates to patients and families pertinent information pertaining to routine during radiation therapy, i.e., appointments, skin care, treatment field care, proper attire, etc.
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Assesses and evaluates patient needs and treatment problems, recommends intervention, and acts in accordance with physician practices and departmental policies while maintaining confidentiality.
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Investigates problems or unsatisfactory procedures and recommends possible solutions. Performs checks on patients' EMR for accuracy and proper documentation according to established procedures.
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Schedules patients for daily treatments.
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Maintains quality control of patient EMR and treatment parameters by implementing guidelines on a regular basis.
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Maintains room cleanliness, linens and needed supplies in treatment room and notifies proper personnel of areas needing attention.
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Performs daily warm-up and start-up procedures of equipment, quality control checks, and notifies proper personnel of equipment malfunction and/or adverse conditions.
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Constructs patient treatment aids, bolus material, positioning and immobilization devices and checks for suitability and accuracy.
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Conducts equipment cleaning and lubricating, evaluates accessories for damage, and coordinates repair.
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Performs checks on the patient's EMR for accuracy and proper documentation according to established procedures.
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Schedules patients for daily treatments.
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Maintains quality control of patient EMR and treatment parameters by implementing guidelines on a regular basis.
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Maintains room cleanliness, linens, and needed supplies in the treatment room and notifies proper personnel of areas needing attention.
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May perform other duties as assigned.

Commensurate with education and experience

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Proof of Veteran Status

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

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