SunState Medical Specialists·Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Perform high-quality CT simulations and patient immobilization for radiation therapy treatment planning. Assist radiation therapists with patient positioning and monitoring during treatment delivery while adhering to safety protocols.
Why Join Us?
SunState Medical Specialists (SMS) is proud to be a part of OneOncology in delivering exceptional, community-based specialty care across Florida. With a team of 105 physicians spanning urology, radiation oncology, medical oncology, breast surgery, general surgery, and head and neck surgery, SMS is committed to providing high-quality, accessible care. Our practice continues to expand services by offering advanced radiation therapies, in-house pharmacy and laboratory capabilities, care management, theranostics, cutting-edge diagnostic imaging, and clinical research. We are dedicated to recruiting top-tier physicians to help increase access to affordable, high-quality care throughout the state.
The Simulation Technologist is a hybrid position which integrates the roles of a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist, Radiation Therapy Assistant, and CT Simulation Specialist. The individual in this role is responsible for obtaining high-quality CT images for therapeutic purposes, assisting in daily radiation therapy procedures, and performing CT simulations for treatment planning. This position requires technical proficiency, exceptional patient care, and strict adherence to regulatory and radiation safety protocols.
Duties: & Responsibilities:
CT Simulation for Radiation Therapy
Conduct CT simulations in preparation for radiation therapy treatment planning.
Accurately position and immobilize patients using appropriate devices (e.g., vac lock bags).
Mark treatment sites (tattoos) and ensure consistent reproducibility of treatment setup.
Transfer acquired simulation data to the treatment planning system (TPS) in coordination with dosimetrists and radiation oncologists.
Radiation Therapy Assistant Responsibilities
Assist radiation therapists in patient positioning for treatment delivery, based on simulation data.
Monitor and support patients during radiation therapy sessions, addressing comfort and safety.
Ensure all tasks comply with HIPAA, state, and federal radiation safety regulations.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
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• Must have the ability & willingness to travel to other sites as necessary within a geographic region.
Market context
In Florida, physician openings are typically shaped by steady demand from large health systems, outpatient groups, and growing patient populations. These roles are competitive because employers often look for strong clinical credentials, current BLS certification, and readiness to work in fast-paced care settings; this posting also notes no prior experience is required, with a preferred associate’s or bachelor’s degree. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credential match and prepare examples of patient-care experience before applying.
