Radiation Therapist - Radiation Oncology
Company: Carle Health
Location: Urbana
Posted on: February 19, 2026
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Job Description:
Overview The Radiation Therapist applies ionizing radiation to
the patient in accordance with the prescription and instructions of
the Radiation Oncologist. The Radiation Therapist position
qualifies for a sign-on bonus! Qualifications Educational
Requirements Education Level Field of Study Associate's Degree
Radiation Therapy Licensure/Certification Requirements
Licenses/Certifications Registered in Radiation Therapy (T) -
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) And Licensed
Radiologic Technologist - Radiation Therapy - Illinois Emergency
Management Agency (IEMA) And Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30
days - American Heart Association (AHA) Experience Requirement Work
Experience Length of Experience 1 years Specialized Knowledge and
Skills Requirements Good communication skills to interact
effectively with patients, patient families, and other staff.
Ability to perform highly complex and varied tasks requiring
independent knowledge, its application to a variety of situations,
and exercise of independent judgement. Ability to supervise
radiation therapy students. Responsibilities Essential Functions
Accurately delivers the planned course of radiation therapy with
minimal supervision. Verifies patient information and prepares the
treatment room and equipment. Monitors patient's condition while
undergoing treatment, recognizing signs of treatment complications
and alerting the physician or nurse if needed. Explain procedure to
patient, means of communication during treatment, and procedure to
follow if emergency arises during treatment. Reinforce Radiation
Oncologist's advice to patient regarding reactions to treatment and
their care. Department Specific Job Function Perform quality
assurance checks on all treatment plans prior to treatment. Perform
image fusion daily on patients treatment (when applicable),
verifying the planned treatment field matches the area of interest
for treatment. Perform custom immobilization, through fabrication
of patient specific immobilization devices, to accurately align
patients for daily radiation therapy. Follow principles of
Radiation protection for patient, self, and others. Conduct daily
Quality Assurance checks on Radiation delivery equipment. About Us
Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were
meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive.
The place where growth meets balance – and opportunities meet
flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health. Based in Urbana, IL,
Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members
in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of
healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle
Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health
Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston
Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s
highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist
College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first
engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance™. We offer
opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois
with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health. We
are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against
any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color,
sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender
identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other
federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates
in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and,
if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information
from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. |
For more information: . Compensation and Benefits The compensation
range for this position is $36.62per hour - $62.99per hour. This
represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at
the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation
offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors
including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience,
qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and
compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits
package for team members and providers. To learn more visit
careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
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