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Radiation Therapist Mercy Health Corporation $38.80 - $60.14 paid time off United States, Illinois, Freeport 1045 West Stephenson Street (Show on map) Sep 12, 2026 ESSENTIAL

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Possesses core knowledge of required Radiation Therapist functions, including scheduling, simulation, patient set-up, and treatment.

Demonstrates a functional knowledge of all major components of department equipment.

Delivers external beam treatments in an accurate and timely fashion with a high degree of accuracy.

Assesses and addresses patient's needs while under treatment.

Practices appropriate Radiation Safety procedures.

Accurate and timely completion of patient charts according to established standards and procedures.

Demonstrates knowledge of standard and advanced treatment calculations and treatment plans.

Designs and fabricates blocks accurately and efficiently.

Performs Simulation with a high degree of accuracy in a timely fashion with little or no supervision.

Utilizes appropriate scripting, barriers, and patient identifiers as required per position.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Graduate of an accredited radiation therapy program

Experience as a radiation therapist preferred

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE ARRT

registration in radiation therapy required (or eligible upon hire and attain within one year) Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Good interpretive/analytical skills

Strong organizational skills

Ability to perform multiple functions with minimal direction, independent of supervision

Complex problem solving

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

Performs routine duties independent of supervision, but consults with the Radiation Oncologist, Medical Physicist, Medical Dosimetrist and Radiation Oncology Supervisor/Manager/Director as required.

SUPERVISES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

PAY RANGE

$38.80 - $60.14 Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision Life & Disability Insurance FSA/HSA Options Generous, accruing paid time off Paid Parental and caregiver leave Career advancement and educational opportunities Tuition and certification reimbursement Certification Reimbursement Well-being Programs Employee Discounts On-Demand Pay Financial Education Annual recognition/awards events Partner appreciation days Family entertainment/attractions discount Community service/improvement opportunities Click here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information. At Mercyhealth, we don't simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including: #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50 One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women