Radiation Therapy Tech

STATUS: Full time
LOCATION: Lipson Cancer Institute - Rochester General Hospital (RGH)
DEPARTMENT: Radiation Therapy
SCHEDULE: M-F; Rotating 8 am - 4:30 pm, 7:30 am - 4 pm, 7 am - 3:30 pm
On-Call: After 6 months of employment, added to weekend call rotation approximately every 7 weeks.
SUMMARY
As a Radiation Therapy Technologist, your superior customer service skills and empathy for patients, along with you strong attention to detail allows you to deliver precise doses of radiation while ensuring patients the highest level of comfort possible.
As a recognized leader in the treatment of cancer and blood disorders, we employ the most up-to-date, innovative therapies and tap into the most promising research in cancer detection, diagnosis, and treatment. This commitment to clinical innovation helps our patients and their families enjoy higher success rates, fewer treatment-related side effects, and longer, healthier lives.
ATTRIBUTES
Strong attention to detail
Compassionate, kind, and patient-focused
Excellent organization, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
RESPONSIBILITIES
Patient Care. Perform simulations for treatment under the direction of the Radiation Oncologist; construct immobilization devices and custom shielding; schedule patient appointments; deliver prescribed therapeutic doses of radiation; take port films and labels to be checked appropriately; record treatment records, including dose addition, documentation of port films, adjustments in prescriptions, diagrams, blocking, and landmark
Quality Control & Documentation. Ensure quality control procedures on equipment; keep daily Log Sheets, including documentation of inpatients, finishes, new courses, new patients, electron patients, and non-malignant cases; keep necessary records for department statistics
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduate of 2 year Radiation Therapist Program
New Graduates: Official transcript from an accredited school or a letter emailed directly from the school’s registrar’s office confirming program completion will be accepted upon graduation. Primary source education verification is required within 90 days of graduation.
Required Licensure/Certification: NYS Licensure as Radiation Therapist required OR must hold NYS permit and obtain licensure within six months of hire.
ARRT Preferred
EDUCATION:
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.
For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.
Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.
PAY RANGE:
$40.00 - $54.00
CITY:
Rochester
POSTAL CODE:
14625
The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.
Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.