UnityPoint Health·Des Moines, Iowa
The Radiation Therapist administers prescribed radiation therapy by positioning patients and operating specialized equipment such as linear accelerators and CT simulators. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate treatment records and ensuring a safe, compliant environment for patients and staff.
Deliver prescribed radiation therapy accurately and safely while preparing treatment rooms, positioning patients, and maintaining a holistic, age‑appropriate care approach Perform CT simulations, patient immobilization, tumor localization, port adjustments, and treatment‑related marking per physician orders Maintain a clean, safe environment by following infection‑control practices and adhering to all radiation‑safety standards for patients and staff Complete daily QA testing and warm‑up procedures for linear accelerators and CT simulators, including proper use of VisionRT and other quality‑control instruments Support advanced procedures such as basic dosimetry, CT/PET‑CT simulations, volume studies, prostate implants, Mammosite, and HDR treatments while accurately recording charges Identify and report issues promptly, assist with student orientation, and collaborate with the care team to ensure high‑quality, compliant radiation therapy services
Education: Graduate from an ARRT Accredited school of Radiation Therapy is required A Bachelor’s degree in healthcare is preferred Experience: New grads welcome to apply! One (1) year of clinical experience as a Radiation Therapist is preferred. License(s)/Certification(s): Required Upon Hire: Licensed as a Radiation Therapist in the state(s) of practice Registered Radiation Therapist through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Basic Life Support (BLS) Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter training in state(s) where providing care
Candidates must be graduates of an ARRT-accredited Radiation Therapy program and hold current state licensure and ARRT registration. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and mandatory reporter training for child and dependent adult abuse are also required.
Market context
Behavioral-health positions in Iowa are often driven by ongoing demand for psychiatric and mental health services across outpatient, inpatient, and community settings. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for advanced practice credentials, current licensure, and certifications such as DEA, BLS, and ACLS; this posting also includes benefits like medical, dental, vision, PTO, and a sign-on bonus. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your PMHNP certification and Iowa license before applying.