Radiation Therapy Specialist

2 weeks ago


Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States 100 Aurora Health Care Metro, Inc. Full time

Department: Oncology - Radiation Therapy

Status: Part-time

Benefits Eligible: No

Hours Per Week: Variable

Schedule Details: Monday to Friday, 7 AM to 4:30 PM as required.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Administers and documents radiation therapy treatments under the supervision of a Radiation Oncologist.
  • Collaborates with the medical team to analyze images and port films for patient setups, selection of treatment devices, and verification processes.
  • Conducts daily quality assurance (QA) checks on equipment prior to treatment, identifies equipment issues, troubleshoots, initiates corrective actions, and reports any irregularities.
  • Records and maintains patient treatment parameters in electronic medical records.
  • Manages patient appointment schedules and ensures accurate charge capture for treatments.
  • Performs conventional and computed tomography (CT) simulations in preparation for patient treatment; fabricates blocks, creates custom immobilization devices, and completes monitor unit (MU) calculations in the absence of a Dosimetrist or Physicist.
  • Handles various patient positioning and transportation tasks, which may involve lifting and pushing/pulling, while adhering to proper techniques.
  • Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care for patients. Understands the principles of growth and development across the lifespan and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status, interpreting the necessary information to identify each patient's needs relative to their age-specific requirements.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) must be obtained within 6 months.
  • Radiation Therapy (RT) registration from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) must be obtained within 1 year.

Education Required:

  • Completion of an accredited or approved program in Radiation Therapy or a related field beyond high school.

Experience Required:

  • No prior experience is necessary.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

  • Understanding of treatment planning and techniques.
  • Familiarity with record and verify systems, radiation oncology equipment, and electronic medical record systems.
  • Ability to learn and apply complex radiation therapy principles and adapt to various instrumentation and techniques.
  • Competence with general radiation equipment.
  • Intermediate computer skills and knowledge of electronic health records.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and effective communication abilities with physicians, staff, patients, and their families.
  • Capability to work independently or with minimal supervision.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
  • Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs. overhead.
  • Must be able to carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
  • Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
  • Must be able to perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with assistance.
  • Utilization of proper body mechanics is essential.
  • Must stand/walk for the majority of the time and perform lifting, squatting, bending, twisting, and reaching above shoulders.
  • Operates all necessary equipment to perform job functions.
  • Exposure to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards is possible.
  • Clear speech, vision, and hearing are required.


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