Radiation Therapist

Job Details

Job Location: NEUROLOGICAL ASSOCIATES OF TUCSON PC - TUCSON, AZ 85718

Position Type: Full Time

Radiation Therapist $15,000.00 Sign-on and Relocation available

$15,000.00 - Sign-on bonus

The Center for Neurosciences, Southern Arizona’s largest and longest standing group practice dedicated to the treatment of neurological disorders, is looking for a Radiation Therapist to work in our Radiation Oncology Center. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, self‑motivated and ready to hit the ground running in a fast‑paced work environment.

The physicians, nurses and entire staff work together to provide the best possible care for every patient.

To learn more about us, visit our website at

Job Qualifications

• Completion of a certified and accredited program in Radiation Therapy
• ARRT certified with a current valid state license
• BLS certification
• Minimum one year of experience as a staff radiation therapist
• Experience with Varian TrueBeam, Halcyon and Aria
• CT Simulation experience
• Excellent communication and patient care skills
• Knowledge of radiation safety standards

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule

Four days, ten hour shift

Day shift

Supplemental Pay

Signing bonus

Medical Specialty

Oncology

Radiology

Education, Experience & Other Requirements

Education: Successful completion of an Associate's or Bachelor’s degree program in Radiation Therapy. Also acceptable is completion of a Radiography Certificate program plus a 12‑month Radiation Therapy Certificate program.

Experience: Minimum of one year experience as a staff therapist is preferred.

Other Requirements: Current certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Current licensure through the Arizona Department of Health Services for Radiation Therapy. CPR certification.

Performance Requirements

Knowledge

• Knowledge of radiation therapy theory and applications.
• Knowledge of radiation safety protocols.
• Knowledge of dosimetry and treatment planning.

Skills

• Effectively perform radiation procedures, particularly safety procedures.
• Explains radiation plans and treatments to patients and their families.
• Identification of unsatisfactory set‑up situations and/or errors.

Abilities

• Ability to work in team based work setting which places high patient satisfaction as the major focal point for measuring success.
• Ability to observe and deal competently and compassionately with patient’s emotional condition, maintaining a positive attitude and providing emotional support.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with health care team.
• Ability to demonstrate manual/finger dexterity, eye–hand coordination, and agility for use with equipment.