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Radiation Therapist - Radiation Oncology

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Albuquerque, NM, US
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UNM Medical Group, Inc. is hiring for a Radiation Therapist to join our UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center. This opportunity is a full-time day shift opening located in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Join a cutting-edge Radiation Oncology team equipped with the latest technology in cancer care! Our department features 3 recently installed Elekta Versa HD matched linear accelerators with full CRAD capability, a brand-new Siemens CT Simulator, and the Elekta Unity MRI Linac, the only system of its kind in the entire Southwestern United States.

You’ll also work within a robust HDR program centered around a newly installed Elekta Flexitron Afterloader. The department also utilizes a dedicated team of ancillary staff to support the Radiation Therapy team. As a strong education-centered department, we’re committed to innovation and shaping the future of radiation therapy.

Flexible staff schedules to promote work-life balance, including 4/10s (four 10-hour shifts)

$20K Sign-on Bonus and up to $10K Relocation Reimbursement Available

Summary

Under general supervision, provides radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by physician according to established standards and practices.

Minimum Job Requirements of a Radiation Therapist:

State of New Mexico Licensed Radiation Therapist; American Registry of Radiologic Technology License; CPR Certified. Completed degree from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis. Verification of education and licensure (if applicable) will be required if selected for hire.

Duties and Responsibilities of a Radiation Therapist:

  1. Administers a prescribed and planned course of radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by a radiation oncologist.
  2. Follows the radiations safety principle of as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA) for the patients, self, and others.
  3. Verifies the treatment plan is consistent with the prescription and can be accurately implemented in the treatment room. Checks prescription, diagnosis, chart, and patient identification, ensuring accurate treatments.
  4. Educate patients of potential side effects of radiation treatment and how to manage any associated side effects, that includes maintaining patient markings during treatment, explanation and instruction regarding radiation therapy procedures, education on skin care and nutrition.
  5. Reinforces recommendations given to patient by the physician, dietitian, or other care provider, concerning reaction to treatment and care of the irradiated area, and prevention or treatment of generalized and local side effects.
  6. Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.
  7. Prepares written documentation as required by the profession and the department, such as, but not limited to, evaluation results, individualized treatment plans, progress reports, etc.
  8. Schedules patients for treatments; interfaces with physicist at initiation of treatment; consults with supportive care physicians, nurses, and social workers.
  9. Prepares room and equipment for patient; transfers immobilized patient from stretcher to treatment couch, giving special care to catheters, IVs, oxygen, respirator, chest tubes, and other life support; positions patient in prescribed anatomical positions for treatment.
  10. Performs simulations as prescribed by a radiation oncologist.
  11. Fabricates individualized immobilization devices (molds, blocks, compensators, and other beam-modifying devices).
  12. Utilizes imaging technologies for the explicit purpose of simulation, treatment planning and treatment delivery as prescribed by a radiation oncologist (e.g., weekly ports, CBCT, kV and MV imaging, and IGRT). Applies corrections or changes to therapy as directed by physician.
  13. Ensures that the medical equipment is regularly maintained and in excellent working order.
  14. Performs daily warm-up procedures prior to each patient treatment and maintains documentation of quality assurance activities, procedures, and results in accordance with established guidelines.
  15. Checks equipment for malfunctions/abnormal quality assurance readings and report any abnormal findings to appropriate personnel (chief radiation therapist or administrator, medical physicist, field service engineer).
  16. Supervises or participates in the training and education of a variety of students.
  17. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Why Join UNM Medical Group, Inc.?

Since our creation in 2007, our dynamic organization has continued to grow and form strong partnerships within the UNM Health system. Modern Healthcare recognizes UNMMG in their Best Places to Work recognition for 2025. We’ve earned the Platinum Level Family Friendly Business Award® from Family Friendly New Mexico. ASPIRE to incorporate the following values into all aspects of our culture and work: we always demonstrate an Attitude of Service with Positivity, Integrity and Respect as we strive for Excellence. We are dedicated to embracing and promoting diversity while fostering well-being across New Mexico through cultural humility and respect for everyone.

About UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center:

The University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center is looking for candidates of all experience levels to fill multiple open radiation therapist positions. The department of Radiation Oncology is growing and we are looking for motivated candidates who embrace change, innovation, patient safety and above all, excellent patient care.

This position will be located at the University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center (UNMCCC). The Comprehensive Cancer Center (UNMCCC) is a statewide provider of cancer care and is influential in the cancer field throughout New Mexico and the nation. The Official Cancer Center of New Mexico, the UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center, is the only academic healthcare facility dedicated to both cancer research and patient care. We are also the only cancer center in New Mexico designated by the National Cancer Institute (NCI), and one of just 66 premier Net-designated centers nationwide. We employee over 200 research scientists and staff over 100 clinicians, and at any one time participate in around 300 clinical trials. Our clinic saw over 15,800 cancer patients from every county in New Mexico and more than 137,000 patient visits. We currently serve 65 percent of the adults and virtually all of the children in New Mexico newly diagnosed with cancer.

Apply to our Radiation Therapist opportunity with UNM Medical Group, Inc. today to learn more!

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