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Radiation Therapist PRN

Intermountain HealthGeorge, Western Cape, South Africa

5 days ago

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Base pay range

$46.00 / hr - $72.00 / hr

Job Description

The Radiation Therapist is responsible for delivering ionizing radiation treatments to patients in accordance with the prescription and guidance of a Radiation Oncologist. This role includes performing patient simulations to prepare for therapy, providing basic patient care, and offering education to support patients throughout their treatment journey.

Join Our Team as a Radiation Therapist

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Radiation Therapist to join our healthcare team. If you're passionate about providing exceptional care and want to work in an environment that values growth, we’d love to hear from you!

Posting Specifics

Location : Intermountain Health St. George Regional Hospital
Shift Details and Hours : PRN (as needed), with shifts varying based on departmental needs
Shift differentials given for evenings, nights, and weekends

Essential Functions

Interpret and accurately implement radiation treatment prescriptions and plans as directed by the Radiation Oncologist.

Administer and document all simulation and treatment procedures in accordance with established protocols.

Conduct simulation procedures, including the creation and application of appropriate immobilization devices to ensure precise treatment delivery.

Acquire accurate anatomical measurements, contours, and data necessary for dosimetry and treatment planning.

Provide compassionate, basic patient care during treatment sessions, ensuring comfort and safety.

Educate patients about their treatment process and monitor for clinical symptoms or side effects, reporting concerns to the care team.

Ensure timely and accurate documentation and billing for all treatment-related procedures.

Essential Skills

Clinical Expertise – Proficient in radiation therapy protocols, simulation techniques, and treatment delivery.

Patient Care – Demonstrates compassion and attentiveness in supporting patients physically and emotionally during treatment.

Effective Communication – Clearly conveys information to patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.

Oncology Knowledge – Understands cancer pathology, treatment modalities, and radiation oncology principles.

Critical Thinking & Decision-Making – Applies sound judgment in adapting treatment plans and responding to patient needs.

Interpersonal Relationship Building – Builds trust and rapport with patients and colleagues to foster a supportive care environment.

Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves technical or patient-related issues efficiently.

Empathy – Maintains a patient-centered approach with sensitivity to emotional and physical challenges.

Adaptability – Responds effectively to changing clinical situations and patient needs.

Team Collaboration – Works cohesively with physicians, dosimetrists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

Minimum Qualifications

Valid Radiologic Technologist license in the state of practice

Certification in Radiation Therapy from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Radiation Therapy from an accredited institution

Physical Requirements

Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.

Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly accurately.

Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy, including frequent computer use and typing.

Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients; may bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment, including items of varying weights up to and including heavy items.

Need to walk and assist with transporting / ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment, including pushing / pulling gurneys and portable equipment.

May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

For roles requiring driving : Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.

Location

Intermountain Health St George Regional Hospital, St George, Utah

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0 hours (PRN) – hourly rate dependent upon experience.

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$46.91 - $72.39

Benefits

We care about your well‑being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Health Care Provider

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

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