Radiation Therapist, Radiation Oncology
Clinton Township, Michigan
Henry Ford Macomb Hospitals - Clinton Township

Radiation Therapist

Location: Clinton Township, Michigan
Contract Length: 15 weeks
Shift: Full-time, 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week

Job Description

• Review patient prescriptions to determine treatment type, affected areas, and history of previous radiation treatments.
• Safely position patients using immobilization devices and utilize prescribed treatment accessories.
• Operate treatment machines such as linear accelerators and HDR units precisely.
• Administer ionizing radiation as prescribed by physicians.
• Verify radiation prescriptions prior to treatment and confirm total radiation dose post-treatment in patient charts.
• Document treatments and perform ongoing imaging per departmental policy.
• Localize patient markings daily and assist patients in coordinating daily treatment appointments and transportation.
• Refer patients to social workers, nurses, or physicians as appropriate for counseling, transportation, medical equipment needs, or further evaluation.
• Perform simulation duties and rotate through assigned treatment areas.
• Maintain cleanliness of therapy rooms and work areas; manage linen and medical supplies.
• Adhere to departmental quality assurance policies (chart checks, timeouts, machine warm-up).
• Teach radiation therapy students according to their educational requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Radiation Therapy or related field.
• Current ARRT(T) certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Radiation Therapist, with experience within the last year.

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment with minimal exposure to noise, dust, or extreme temperatures.
• Physical demands include lifting patients, moving and pushing wheelchairs/stretchers, and lifting equipment up to 50 lbs overhead.
• Potential exposure to radiation, with safety procedures in place to minimize risk.
• Frequent interaction with emotionally depressed and terminally or critically ill patients.

Additional Information

• Must be self-directed, flexible, and committed to teamwork.
• Demonstrate initiative, willingness to learn, and openness to new experiences.
• Accept and respect diversity without judgment.
• Exhibit strong customer service values.