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Summit Healthcare Association lists this Radiation Therapist- Part Time, Day Shift opportunity in show low, Arizona. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Radiation Therapist- Part Time, Day Shift
Job Category : Patient Services
Requisition Number : RADIA
Posted : September 9, 2026
Full-Time
On-site
Locations
Showing 1 location
Cancer Center
Show Low, AZ 85901, USA
Description
The Radiation Therapist accurately administers external beam radiation therapy to patients according to the physician prescription.The Radiation Therapist records all aspects of treatment and accounts for any deviation in the process, immediately notifying the physician, physicist, department manager and/or director of any errors.
Essential Functions
Performs start up procedures for the linear accelerator and simulator.
Consistently performs morning quality assurance (QA).
Documents QA and reports any deviations of > or = to 3% to the physicist.
Fabricates immobilization devices & performs computed tomography (CT) simulations in a reproducible manner.
Prepares patients for treatment based on documentation from simulation.
Performs pre-treatment patient QA on linear accelerator for physicist review.
Documents patient setup and communicates deviations or problems to the physician.
Completes daily treatment according to the physician order and treatment plan.
Performs image-guided radiation therapy or weekly portal imaging as prescribed.
Submits billing based on treatment or imaging utilized.
Performs initial therapy chart checks prior to a new start, and completes all associated tasks such as creating the Tx calendar, running QA, scheduling treatment and on-treatment visit appointments, etc.
Verifies the presence of required documentation; notifies the physician if documentation is missing or inaccurate, schedules and performs simulations.
Performs weekly chart checks.
Participates in chart rounds and tumor board.
Practices all aspects of radiation safety and reports any machine malfunctions.
Promotes Patient Safety Standards as a core value of the organization.
Other Duties
Participates in departmental and hospital-wide informational meetings and in services, including staff meetings, hospital-wide forums, and seminars.
Reviews department policies and procedures annually.
Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones assigned at any time with or without notice.
Abilities
This position requires operational knowledge of all office equipment in the Oncology Department (including fax, printer, phone systems, and computer), commonly used hospital computer programs (including Hospital Information Systems), and all department specific equipment (including linear accelerator, simulator). Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English. Must also be service oriented and have excellent customer service skills, professional interpersonal skills, time management skills, math skills, and the ability to prioritize work.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None.
Physical Demands
Exerts up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. The worker is exposed to contact with chemicals and infectious fluids, heavy lifting, constant standing, extensive close work, and extensive computer work.
Required Education and Experience
Current American Registry of Radiologic Techs (ARRT) National Certification for Radiation Therapist licensure.
Current Arizona State CTT Radiation Therapist certification.
Maintain current BLS certification at all times.
OSHA Exposure Category
Involves exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.
This is a safety sensitive position.
Education
Required
High School or better.
Licenses & Certifications
Required
BLS CPR AED Required
Cert Therapy Tech ADHS
Radiation Therapy ARRT
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Worksite address
show low, AZ, 85902, US
Who can apply
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