Radiation Therapist
Lancaster, Ohio
Fairfield Medical Center

Radiation Therapist (Full Time Days) – Contract

Location: Lancaster, Ohio
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 6 weeks
Shift: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (No weekends, No call)
Hours per Week: 40

Job Summary

Under general supervision, performs radiotherapy procedures as prescribed by a physician according to established standards and practices. Provides patient care, treatment, and services within the scope of license and assessed competencies, adhering to laws, regulations, and organizational policies.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Radiation Therapist license in Ohio
• Minimum of 2 years of Radiation Therapist experience, including experience within the last year
• ARRT certification
• BLS certification
• Associate's degree in radiography

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver prescribed radiation therapy treatments using appropriate equipment.
• Obtain patient history, answer questions, and observe patients for reactions during treatment.
• Follow departmental policies, safety, infection control, and quality improvement standards.
• Schedule patient treatments and coordinate with physicists and supportive care teams.
• Verify prescriptions, diagnoses, and patient identification to ensure accurate treatment.
• Prepare documentation including treatment plans, progress reports, and evaluations.
• Prepare treatment rooms and equipment; assist with patient positioning and transfers, taking special care with medical devices (catheters, IVs, oxygen, etc.).
• Reinforce physician and care provider recommendations regarding treatment side effects and care.
• Perform verification and port film exposures; make therapy adjustments as directed.
• Participate in ongoing professional development through education and training.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Physical and Work Environment

• Physical Demand: Medium work requiring exertion of 20-50 pounds occasionally, 10-25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds often.
• Mental/Psychological: Requires analytical abilities, memory, problem-solving, creativity, communication, collaboration, prioritization, and judgment.
• Potential Exposures: Electrical equipment.
• Protective Equipment: No special considerations.

Organizational Values and Expectations

• Demonstrate empathy, integrity, stewardship, agility, and teamwork.
• Commit to quality, safety, service, and sustainability.
• Engage personally with ownership, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Comply with policies and foster a positive work environment.

Note: Prior travel experience is not specified or required for this position.