Reg Radiation Therapist- ONCO (R00044568)

Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the University of Mississippi Medical Center.u00a0 Please review the following instructions prior to submitting your job application:u00a0Provide all of your employment history, education, and licenses/certifications/registrations.u00a0 You will be unable to modify your application after you have submitted it.u00a0You must meet all of the job requirements at the time of submitting the application.u00a0u00a0You can only apply one time to a job requisition.u00a0u00a0Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.Applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted.After you apply, we will review your qualifications and contact you if your application is among the most highly qualified. Due to the large volume of applications, we are unable to individually respond to all applicants. You may check the status of your application via your Candidate Profile.u00a0Thank you,u00a0Human Resourcesu00a0Important Applications Instructions:Please complete this application in entirety by providing all of your work experience, education and certifications/u00a0license.u00a0 You will be unable to edit/add/change your application once it is submitted.u00a0Job Requisition ID:R00044568Job Category:Allied HealthOrganization:Radiation Oncology-Radiation TherapistsLocation/s:Main Campus JacksonJob Title:Reg Radiation Therapist - Cancer Ctr-Rad OncologyJob Summary:To perform technical tasks associated with the localization of tumors and administration of radiation therapy to patients; operate X-ray imaging machine, perform computerized tomography or CT scan, and adjust linear accelerator during simulation phase; position patient and deliver prescribed dosage; record treatment administered on patient chart. This job profile may require call subject to the department's discretion.Education & ExperienceGraduate of a Radiation Therapy program accredited by a mechanism acceptable to the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT)u00a0Certifications, Licenses or Registration Required:u00a0 ARRT registration in Radiation Therapy; Mississippi registration; or board eligible and certified within 6 months.u00a0Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesKnowledge of radiation protection and quality assurance, clinical concepts in Radiation Oncology, treatment planning, treatment delivery, and patient care and education.u00a0Verbal and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills.u00a0Ability to maintain accurate, detailed records. Ability to alleviate patient anxiety.u00a0Ability to ensure compliance with radiation safety principles and/or infection control standards.u00a0Responsibilitiesu00a0Prepares examination room; explains procedures and assists patients in preparing for examination and treatment; reviews set-up of equipment, patient positioning, and dosage calculations for accuracy prior to administration of radiation treatments.Assists Radiation Oncologist and Dosimetrist in the development of a treatment plan.Ensures compliance with the principles of radiation protection for patient, self, and others.Monitors patient condition during treatment; provides emotional support to patient.Maintains detailed records of patient treatment such as radiation dosage, total amount used to date, area treated, equipment settings, and patient reactions.Maintains a clean work area; checks and maintains equipment in safe and satisfactory working order; reports defects or deficiencies for adjustment and repair.The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.u00a0Physical and Environmental DemandsRequires occasional exposure to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and exposure to heat and cold, constant handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment, constant exposure to bio-hazardous conditions such as risk of radiation exposure, blood borne pathogens, fumes or airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations, occasional activities subject to significant volume changes of a seasonal/clinical nature, constant work produced subject to precise measures of quantity and quality, occasional bending, occasional lifting and carrying more than 100 pounds, occasional crouching/stooping, occasional kneeling, occasional pushing/pulling, frequent reaching, occasional sitting, frequent standing, occasional twisting, and frequent walking. (occasional-up to 20%, frequent-from 21% to 50%, constant-51% or more)u00a0Time Type:Full timeFLSA Designation/Job Exempt:NoPay Class:HourlyFTE %:100Work Shift:Day

Created: 2026-02-02