Radiation Therapist

Overview

$15,000 SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLE

This position is located in St. Johnsbury, VT.

DH benefits start the first day of employment. Benefit's package link:

https://www.flipsnack.com/enroll/2026-dhmc-benefits-brochure [flipsnack.com]

Treats patients with the various modalities available in Radiation Oncology. Counsels, schedules and maintains detailed records on patient treatment.

Responsibilities

• Treats patients with the various treatment modalities. Utilizes all treatment set-ups and all treatment machines, understanding the current protocols.
• Observes and questions patients about their response to treatment. Screens, counsels or directs physical and emotional problems to Radiation Oncologist and/or nurse. Directs patients to nurse for weekly evaluation.
• Prepares daily schedule for assigned treatment machines; checks for accuracy of new patient data; verifies that all accessories are prepared and accounted for.
• Presents field verification films to MD to verify set-up. Adjusts fields as the Radiation Oncologist directs. Documents and follows through on changes and re-film.
• Maintains patient treatment records; prepares dose calculations, being cognizant of dose limits. Submits billing for daily patient treatments, reviews for accuracy daily.
• Participates in ongoing Quality Assurance by reviewing charts and films of patients on treatment on a regular basis.
• Schedules research time and teach set-up for various treatment machines to DMS students.
• Maintains and supplies assigned treatment rooms.
• Performs a variety of functions to oversee the technical training of radiation therapy students for affiliate sites. Acts as a technical resource for students.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned, including, travel to other clinic locations based on coverage needs.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associates degree in Radiation Therapy (2-year academic and affiliation program) required
• 1 year experience preferred

Required Licensure/Certifications

• NH MIRT license or Temp MIRT license at hire
• VT OPR Radiation Therapist or Temp Radiation Therapist at hire
• ARRT certified and registered Radiation Therapist within 90 days of hire
• BLS within 30 days of hire