Radiation Therapist Job at OhioHealth in Riverlea

OhioHealth is seeking a dedicated Radiation Therapist to join our Healthcare & Medical Services team. In this role, you will deliver safe and accurate radiation treatments, collaborate with oncologists and medical physicists, perform treatment simulations, verify treatment plans, and monitor patient responses. You will educate and support patients and families throughout their care journey, maintaining detailed records in accordance with regulatory standards. OhioHealth offers an inclusive, supportive culture focused on compassion, diversity, equity, and innovation, with robust opportunities for professional growth, continuous learning, and meaningful community impact. Deliver prescribed radiation therapy treatments accurately and safely using linear accelerators and related equipment. Position and immobilize patients according to treatment plans, ensuring reproducible and precise setup for each session. Review and interpret radiation oncologist prescriptions and treatment plans prior to delivering therapy. Operate treatment planning, record‑and‑verify, and imaging systems to confirm correct treatment parameters and field alignment. Monitor patients during treatment for clinical or emotional distress and respond appropriately, including escalating concerns to the care team. Document treatments, patient responses, and any variances accurately in the electronic medical record and departmental systems. Adhere to all radiation safety, quality assurance, and infection‑control protocols to protect patients, staff, and self. Collaborate with radiation oncologists, medical physicists, dosimetrists, nurses, and support staff to ensure coordinated, patient‑centered care. Perform daily equipment warm‑up, basic troubleshooting, and report equipment issues promptly to appropriate technical staff. Provide clear, compassionate education and communication to patients and families about procedures, expectations, and side‑effect management. Participate in ongoing education, competencies, and quality‑improvement activities within the radiation oncology department. Radiation therapy equipment operation (linear accelerators, CT simulators) Treatment planning software (e.g., Eclipse, ARIA, or similar) Patient positioning and immobilization techniques Radiation safety and protection protocols Electronic medical record (EMR) documentation Dose calculation verification and quality checks Oncology and cancer treatment knowledge Infection control and standard precautions Basic life support (BLS) skills Interdisciplinary collaboration and communication Patient education and counseling Troubleshooting technical equipment issues Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k Current ARRT certification in Radiation Therapy (T) or eligibility within specified timeframe Current state of Ohio Radiation Therapist license or eligibility to obtain prior to start date Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Clinical experience in radiation oncology (student clinical rotations or prior employment) Competency with linear accelerators and treatment planning/record-and-verify systems