University of Missouri Health Care·Columbia, Missouri
Administer precise radiation therapy treatments and monitor patient responses to report changes to physicians. Perform computer dosimetry, calculate dosages, and manage treatment documentation and quality assurance data.
ABOUT THE JOB MU Health Care is looking for a passionate radiation therapist to join our team.
We seek an individual with a deep commitment to patient care, compassion, and precision.
The ideal candidate will collaborate seamlessly with our radiation oncologists, ensuring every patient receives the precise treatment they need.
You'll be responsible for not only administering radiation therapy but also monitoring patient responses and reporting any changes promptly.
Your attention to detail will shine as you calculate dosages and perform computer dosimetry, guaranteeing the utmost accuracy in treatment.
As a Radiation Therapist at MU Health Care, you'll play a vital role in our patients' journeys to better health, making a lasting impact in the fight against cancer.
ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE MU Health Care is proud to be named one of Forbes’ Best-in-State Employers seven years in a row, and that’s largely a result of the incredible culture and team we’ve built.
At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives.
Here, we believe anything is possible and rally around solutions.
We celebrate innovation and offer opportunities to be a part of something bigger — to have a voice and role in the work that is serving our community and changing the field of medicine.
Our academic health system — the only in mid-Missouri — is home to seven hospitals, including the region’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and region’s only Children’s Hospital, as well as over 90 specialty clinics.
Here you can define your career among our many clinical and nonclinical positions — with growth, opportunity and support every step of the way.
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EMPLOYEE BENEFITS · Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one · Generous paid leave and paid time off, including ten holidays · Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years · Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%) · Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more · See a comprehensive list of benefits here.
DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION · Follow the prescription and assure that patients receive correct treatment. · Prepare or set up treatment field and deliver the treatment. · Observe and/or photograph patients for response and reaction to radiation or symptoms indicating change in the disease process and reporting abnormal changes to physician. · Obtain and record machine quality assurance data. · Calculate and verify dosages to be administered to all patients; perform computer dosimetry. · Schedule supportive procedures under direction of medical physicist. · Perform simulation or port imaging procedures with necessary film set up and film development. · Document treatment in patient chart. · Build molds, casts, or lead field limiting devices as required. · Act as clinical instructor for student radiologic technologists. · Ensure necessary information is available prior to treating a patient, e.g., a prescription, a patient's consent, checking of calculations. · May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS · ARRT certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). · Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T) certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within two (2) years as a condition of continued employment in this job classification. · One (1) year of experience in radiation therapy, or practice experience as a part of training.
· Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and may require ambulating, remaining in a stationary position and positioning self to reach and/or move objects above the shoulders and below the knees. The employee may frequently lift and/or move objects up to 10 lbs. and occasionally move objects up to 25 lbs. This role may also routinely come into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. This position is in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during inclement weather will be required.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Requires ARRT certification and Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T) certification within two years of hire. Candidates must have at least one year of experience in radiation therapy or equivalent practice experience during training.
Market context
Missouri radiation therapist openings typically reflect steady demand in hospital and cancer-care settings, where employers need clinicians who can deliver precise treatment and coordinate closely with oncology teams. These roles are competitive because they require ARRT certification, Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T) certification within two years, and at least one year of experience or equivalent training. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your credential timeline and prepare examples of safe, accurate patient care.
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