About the Role
Texas Oncology is seeking a Radiation Therapist to administer radiation therapy treatments to patients with accuracy in positioning the radiation beam and delivering the prescribed dose. This role supports the US Oncology Compliance Program and ensures patient safety and accurate record-keeping.
Responsibilities
- Administers radiation therapy treatments to patients.
- Ensures accuracy in positioning the radiation beam to correspond with the designated tumor volume.
- Accurately delivers the prescribed dose of radiation.
- Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
- Accurately delivers and records radiation therapy treatments under the direction of a radiation oncologist and chief radiation therapist.
- Accurately enters and maintains patient treatment parameters into the electronic medical record.
- Participates in the clinical instruction of newly hired therapists and students.
- Assists in maintaining the patient appointment schedule and submitting correct billing information.
- Cuts blocks, when applicable.
- Makes custom molds.
- Completes simple mu calculations.
- Interprets a computerized treatment plan.
- Maintains a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited radiation therapy technology program.
- ARRT certification required.
- Must hold a valid state license for radiation therapy.
- Regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
- Occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
- Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
- Requires vision and hearing corrected to normal ranges.
Location
- Central Austin, Austin, Texas
Work Type
- Full-time
Education Level
- Graduate of an accredited radiation therapy technology program
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability coverage
- Generous PTO program
- 401k plan with company match
- Wellness program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance program
- Discounts on retailers
About the Company
- Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country with approximately 600+ providers in 220+ sites across Texas and southeastern Oklahoma.
- Our founders pioneered community-based cancer care to make the best available cancer care accessible to all communities.
- Our mission is to use leading-edge technology and research to deliver high-quality, high-touch, evidence-based cancer care.
- Texas Oncology treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer annually.
- We are responsible for helping lead Texas Oncology in treating more patients diagnosed with cancer than any other provider in Texas.
