CHI Health Saint Elizabeth·Lincoln, Nebraska
The Radiation Therapist is responsible for preparing patients for treatment, positioning equipment, and verifying radiation dosages according to physician prescriptions. They also monitor patients during the treatment process and maintain accurate electronic medical records.
Where You’ll Work CHI Health St.
Elizabeth, founded by the Sisters of St.
Francis of Perpetual Adoration in 1889, is a full-service, 260-bed, nonprofit regional medical center in Lincoln, Neb.
St.
Elizabeth specializes in the treatment areas of newborn and pediatric care, women’s health, burn and wound, cardiology, oncology, emergency medicine, orthopedics and neuroscience.
Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Radiation Therapist , you will utilize your expertise by administering radiation treatments under the direction of a radiation oncologist.
Every day you will maintain daily records on each patient.
Performs simulations and makes custom blocks.
Participates in Quality Assurance monitoring and quality control checks on the equipment.
Cares for patients of all ages, with a variety of malignant and/or sometimes benign diseases.
To be successful in this role, you must perfectly balance advanced technical precision with deep emotional intelligence.
You'll operate complex equipment like linear accelerators and CT scanners to administer life-saving cancer treatments while building long-term, empathetic relationships with patients who see you daily for weeks.
Greets patient utilizing AIDET, verifies patient in identification, reviews chart for proper radiation treatment parameters and physician prescriptions Informs patients and families about the treatment process and answers questions Prepares patients for treatment.
Positions equipment according to plan Takes portal films or IGRT scans to ensure treatment protocols are accurately set up and followed Verifies proper dosage of ionizing radiation for patient as prescribed by physician Monitors patient throughout treatment process by checking video monitors and intercom Informs physician anytime patient experiences distress or side effects related to treatment process Records each patients’ treatment in EMR and proper notes for accurate treatment and set-up Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field by reading appropriate journals, books, and other literature and attending related seminars, conferences and education opportunities.
Open to PRN, Part time or Full time canidates Up to a $10,000 sign-on bonus plus $10,000 educational assistance available to external candidates!!
Job Requirements Education Satisfactory completion of a JRCERT accredited Radiation Therapy Program Licenses & Certifications ARRT (T) boards completion within in 6 month of hire BLS from the American Heart Association required upon hire
Candidates must have successfully completed a JRCERT accredited Radiation Therapy Program. Additionally, they are required to obtain ARRT (T) certification within six months of hire and hold a current BLS certification.
Market context
Radiation therapist positions in Nebraska are typically tied to oncology centers and hospital-based treatment teams, where demand reflects the need for licensed clinicians who can deliver precise patient care. This role is competitive because employers look for JRCERT-accredited training, ARRT (T) certification within six months, and current BLS, while educational assistance and a sign-on bonus may help offset transition costs. Before applying, confirm your program accreditation and certification timeline; this platform’s job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, saving you research time.
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