Radiation Therapist

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The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

MD Anderson Cancer Center is the nation’s No. 1 hospital for cancer care, recognized by U.S. News & World Report. We are a world‑renowned center for cancer treatment, research, education, and prevention, dedicated to innovation and patient‑centered care.

• Unmatched career growth with access to cutting‑edge technologies and comprehensive professional development.
• Flexible shift patterns that support a healthy work‑life balance.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of thousands of cancer patients annually.

• Competitive compensation and a full range of benefits including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Paid programs for advanced certifications and rotation opportunities across treatment areas.
• Collaborative, innovative environment working with leading experts in oncology, physics, and dosimetry.
• Mission‑driven culture dedicated to fighting cancer and caring for over 10,000 patients each year.

The primary purpose of the Radiation Therapist is to deliver precision radiation therapy to cancer patients, maintain accurate treatment records, and monitor patients throughout their treatment course.

• Administer safe and accurate radiation therapy treatments in a timely manner.
• Set up and prepare rooms and equipment, ensuring all safety and calibration checks are performed.
• Maintain accurate treatment and simulation records, including documenting quality assurance activities.
• Monitor patients for adverse reactions, report findings to the radiation oncologist, and provide clear patient education.
• Perform and document mandatory quality control activities, verifying patient consent and treatment parameters.
• Participate in competency management, continuing education, and departmental learning initiatives.
• Assist in teaching and mentoring students or new staff, ensuring adherence to departmental policies.
• Execute additional duties as assigned, maintaining compliance with safety and security requirements.

Required: Graduate of a Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) accredited program in Radiation Therapy or equivalent.

Certification/Licensure: Certification and registration in Radiation Therapy by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT);
Medical Radiologic Technologist license by the Texas Medical Board (TMB).

• Requisition
• Employment Status:
  Full‑Time
• Employee Status:
  Regular
• Work Week:
  Day/Evening, Days, Evening/Night, Rotating, Varied, Weekends
• Minimum Salary: USD 98,000
• Midpoint Salary: USD 124,000
• Maximum Salary: USD 150,000
• FLSA:
  Non‑exempt, eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type:
  Hard
• Work Location:
  
  Onsite
• Referral Bonus Available:
  Yes
• Relocation Assistance Available:
  Yes

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. We seek applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industry: Hospitals and Health Care