Radiation Therapist I - Radiation Oncology Clinic

Radiation Therapist I - Radiation Oncology Clinic

Work Schedule: Full-Time; Monday-Friday

Location: Dallas, TX

RADIATION ONCOLOGY AT UT SOUTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER
Half of all cancer patients will receive radiation therapy during their illness. At UT Southwestern Harold C. Simmons Cancer Center’s Department of Radiation Oncology, patients have access to some of the most advanced radiation treatment technologies available anywhere, designed to increase the safety and effectiveness of radiation treatment. Treating more than 4,100 individuals with cancer each year, our patient-centric focus combined with state-of-the art technology means patients can expect the best treatment possible.

We are the only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer center in North Texas and one of only 57 NCI-designated comprehensive care centers in the nation. As such, we are held to the highest of standards and are recognized for excellence in patient care, as well as clinical trials, research and education. Our main priority is and always will be our patients – their outcomes, safety, and entire healing experience.

Our facilities are accredited by the Joint Commission and the American College of Radiology – the gold standard for ensuring safety, quality, and patient care standards.

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! 

JOB SUMMARY
This position works under general supervision of Chief Radiation Therapist to provide radiotherapy treatments as prescribed by the physicians to adult and pediatric populations. 

 

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  Graduate of JCERT accredited program in Radiation Therapy or equivalent and 
  Associate's Degree in a healthcare field or 
  Bachelor's Degree in a healthcare field 
   

• Experience
  2 years of Radiation Therapy experience with an Associate's Degree 
  No years of experience with a Bachelor's Degree 
   

• Licenses and Certifications
  MEDICAL RADIOLOGIC TECH Licensure as a Medical Radiologic Technologist by the Texas Medical Board Upon Hire and 
  AMER REG OF RAD TECH Must have passed the registry exam as a Radiologic Technologist by the American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT) Upon Hire and 
  (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT Certification course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) Upon Hire 
   

JOB DUTIES

• Operates a variety of conventional treatment machines to deliver prescribed treatment dose and capable of assisting with treatments using complex linear accelerator machines. May be asked to operate on cutting-edge treatment machines with Chief Therapist approval.
• Prepares and educates patients for radiotherapy; Administers conventional radiotherapy treatment and monitors patient separation from conventional treatment machine.
• Prepares treatment room and fabricates immobilization/treatment devices.
• Coordinates patient scheduling and retrieval of patient records.
• Assures radiation safety measures for patients and personnel.
• Tracks, records, and compiles all clinical research data of patients following departmental and IRB policies.
• Follows and participates in development of program's policies, procedures, and quality assurance methods.
• Discusses technical problems with faculty and staff to suggest corrections and/or solutions.
• Consults with supervisor or physician concerning treatment.
• May perform computer driven dosimetry and all related treatment plan calculations.
• Assists in commissioning, calibration, quality assurance, and physical measurements as appropriate for system accuracy.
• Participates in call duties for non-emergent and emergent clinical needs as assigned.
• Actively engages in teaching, supervising, and evaluation of students in the Radiation Therapy program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.