Radiation Therapist

About This Role

This role is responsible for accurately delivering prescribed radiation therapy, including simulation and quality assurance, for patients of all ages at St. Jude Medical Center.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurately the prescribed, planned course of radiation therapy for patients of any age group
• Perform simulation duties
• Conduct mold room duties
• Administer treatment
• Perform quality assurance tasks
• Assist with dosimetry
• Provide nursing assistance as requested by the Radiation Oncologist
• Assess situations and exercise care and judgment
• Assume responsibility for professional decisions

Requirements

• Satisfactory completion of formal education program in radiation therapy or 1 year experience
• National Certification from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
• California Diagnostic and Therapeutic Radiologic Technology Certification OR California Therapeutic Radiologic Technology Certification

Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of formal education program in radiation therapy or 1 year experience
• 1 year experience in radiation therapy or formal education.

Benefits

Certifications