Skip to Main Content

Radiation Therapist Job Description Sample Template

1
Radiation

This free Radiation Therapist job description sample template can help you attract an innovative and experienced Radiation Therapist to your company. We make the hiring process one step easier by giving you a template to simply post to our site. Make sure to add requirements, benefits, and perks specific to the role and your company.

Radiation Therapist Job Summary

Our healthcare facility is currently seeking a Radiation Therapist to join our patient care team. In this role, you will use specialized equipment to administer therapeutic doses of radiation under the direction of an oncologist. It is essential to verify the dose and properly prepare each patient before administering this type of medication, as it can cause a decent amount of discomfort. You will also assist with imaging exams when contrast is needed. To qualify for this position, you must have the ARRT-RT credential and state licensure.

Radiation Therapist Duties and Responsibilities

  • Verify the radiation dose against the prescription
  • Position patient, explaining the procedure and answering any questions
  • Use equipment to administer therapeutic doses
  • Monitor patients for discomfort throughout the procedure
  • Document results and update patient records
  • Assist with fluoroscopic imaging and gastrointestinal exams when necessary

Radiation Therapist Requirements and Qualifications

  • Associate or bachelor's degree in radiation therapy
  • ARRT certification and registration in radiation therapy (AART RT)
  • State licensure
  • BLS certification
  • Experience as a radiation therapist or technologist (1-3 years preferred)
  • Attention to detail
1

This template is provided for informational purposes only. The ultimate responsibility for selecting an accurate and non-misleading job title and description, and ensuring that a job posting does not otherwise violate any applicable laws or ZipRecruiter’s Terms of Use, rests solely with the employer. ZipRecruiter makes no representation as to whether the template above accurately describes the employer’s job posting. Please review our Terms of Use and Job Posting Rules for further information.