Radiation Therapist
Detroit, Michigan
Henry Ford Health System - 2800 West Grand Boulevard

Job Opportunity: Radiation Therapist

Location: Detroit, Michigan
Employment Type: Staffing - Supplier Sourced

Job Description

• Review patient prescriptions to determine treatment type, affected areas, and history of previous radiation treatments.
• Safely position patients using immobilization devices.
• 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 in inpatient charts and localize patient markings daily.
• Perform ongoing imaging of patients according to departmental policy.
• Assist patients with coordinating appointment times, transportation, and other appointments.
• 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 quality assurance policies including chart checks, timeouts, and machine warm-up procedures.
• Teach radiation therapy students as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Working Conditions

• Be self-directed, flexible, and committed to teamwork.
• Demonstrate initiative, willingness to learn, and openness to new experiences.
• Respect diversity and demonstrate strong customer service values.
• Work environment is a normal office setting 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 exists, but adherence to safety procedures minimizes risk.
• Frequent interaction with emotionally depressed and terminally/critically ill patients.

Contract Length

• Approximately 13 weeks (89 days rounded to nearest week).

Specialty & Experience

• Specialty: Radiation Therapist
• Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated; assume standard professional competency expected for Radiation Therapist role.
• Prior travel experience: Not required.