Radiation Therapist- Full Time, Day Shift
Company: Summit Healthcare External
Location: Show Low
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Come work where others vacation! $10k sign on bonus & relocation
assistance offered! 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. Work
Environment At Summit Healthcare, our mission statement is that we
are trusted to provide exceptional, compassionate care close to
home. Our vision is to be the healthcare system of choice. To
uphold our mission and vision statements, we expect all employees
to practice SHINE Behavioral standards: - Always SHINE – show
respect and be kind. - Always work together – we are on the same
team. - Always serve others – no job is beneath you. - Always
maintain high standards of quality and safety – best practice every
time. - Always communicate clearly – be compassionate. - Always
practice integrity – maintain confidentiality. - Always be
accountable – take responsibility. - Always empower – create an
environment of success. - Always excel – don’t settle for
mediocrity. - Always promote wellness – make choices for a healthy
lifestyle. 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.
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