Lead Radiation Therapist

GENERAL SUMMARY

Work Location: 8915 W Golf Rd, Niles, IL 60714
Starting range: $42.42 - $67.87
Anticipated starting date in August 2026
No nights or weekends at this time
Dynamic environment with a strong team dedicated to providing the highest level of patient care.
We offer competitive pay as well as PTO, Holiday pay, and a comprehensive benefits package!

• Benefits:
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Profit sharing
• Retail plan

Responsibilities

• Identify clinical environmental needs and demonstrate the appropriate follow-up action to address them.
• Responsible for maintaining weekly chart reviews.
• Lead fellow therapist(s) in a professional and courteous patient care.
• Identify clinical environmental needs and demonstrate the appropriate follow-up action to address them.
• Responsible for maintaining shift reports.
• Responsible for the initial patient scheduling.
• Marks ICD 10 coding for the CPC.
• Takes lead on machine (calibration).
• Collaborates with the Chief Radiation Therapist to implement clinical treatment techniques and procedure as necessary.
• Accurately and efficiently reviews and/or administers daily prescribed Radiation Therapy treatments to patients assigned to the treatment unit at a speed consistent with patient scheduling.
• Observes and adheres to all department policies concerning Radiation Therapy treatment procedures.
• Prepares room and equipment for patient by gathering all necessary equipment, supplies, and setup devices.
• Sets appropriate treatment unit parameters.
• Activates the treatment unit and delivers the prescribed dose of radiation.
• Maintains visual and/or audible communication with the patient during treatment.
• Obtains appropriate port films on patients when prescribed; makes adjustments in field placement as needed.
• Throughout the course of Radiation Therapy, monitors patients for unusual reactions and events, and reports same to Clinical Director and Radiation Oncologist.
• Keeps immobilization devices in a clean and orderly manner and utilizes the devices as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist.
• Keeps records of machine down time and maintains machine fault list report.
• Performs other position related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) certification required.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologist - ARRT (T) required.
• American Society of Radiologic Technologist (ASRT) membership preferred.
• BLS certification required, ACLS preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to perform well in stressful situations.
• Knowledge in healthcare systems operations such as EMR, Practice Management Solutions.
• Communication skills and customer service.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
• Respects patient confidentiality.
• Database management.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Clinical Competencies: Basic knowledge of Radiation Oncology equipment function to provide for minor repair and troubleshooting for problems; water and gas levels, laser alignment, etc...
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Customer-oriented with ability to remain calm in difficult situations.
• Delivers exceptional patient service throughout all interactions.
• Skill in using computer programs and applications including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to build relationships with patients and display empathy and compassion to patients.
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines.
• Complies with HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.
• Complies with all health and safety policies of the organization.

Education

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Three (3) year certificate from college or technical school in Radiation Therapy certified by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required.
• Graduate of AMA accredited program in Radiation Therapy Technology required.

Experience

• Six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.