Radiation Therapist

As a Radiation Therapist at Owensboro Health, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality patient care and treatment services. This position requires a strong foundation in radiation therapy, patient assessment, and treatment planning.

• Deliver patient treatment plans in collaboration with physicians and dosimetrists/physicists.
• Evaluate patients for appropriate response to treatment and report any adverse reactions.
• Position patients and select anatomic/technical parameters accurately, maintaining a high degree of accuracy in positioning and treatment techniques while utilizing radiation protection procedures.
• Review patient charts for completeness and accuracy according to established policies and procedures.
• Verify completion of prescriptions, appropriate signatures, and patient consents.
• Operate equipment in the Linac treatment room, including the Linear accelerator, OBI, portal imager, Protura couch, and HDR unit.
• Fabricate individualized immobilization, custom blocks, and other beam-modifying devices.
• Apply the ALARA principle to minimize exposure to patients, self, and others.
• Serve as a liaison between patients and other members of the radiation oncology team.

• Associate's degree or higher in Science required upon hire.
• Associate's degree or higher in a related field required upon hire.
• A combination of education, training, and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• No experience required.
• RT(T) - Registered as a Radiological Technologist in Radiation Therapy required upon hire.
• ROC - Radiation Operator Certification in the state of Kentucky required upon hire.
• BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position.

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

• Lifting 0-25 lbs: Rarely.
• Lifting 25-75 lbs: Rarely.
• Lifting over 75 lbs: Rarely.
• Carrying 0-25 lbs: Rarely.
• Carrying 25-75 lbs: Rarely.
• Carrying over 75 lbs: Rarely.
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Frequently.
• Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Occasionally.
• Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Occasionally.
• Climbing: Occasionally.
• Bending/Stooping: Frequently.
• Kneeling: Occasionally.
• Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally.
• Reaching: Frequently.
• Talking: Frequently.
• Hearing: Frequently.
• Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely.
• Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently.
• Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently.
• Running: Rarely.
• Vision: Frequently.
• Depth Perception: Frequently.
• Distinguish Color: Frequently.
• Seeing Far: Frequently.
• Seeing Near: Frequently.

Owensboro Health Core Commitments

INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability, and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.

RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer, and team member in the Owensboro Health community.

TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments, and plan the future.

INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.

SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers, and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs, and continually improving the quality of everything we do.

EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work, and provide outstanding service.