Radiation Therapist PRN
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11/13/2026
Type of Position
Clinical Staff - Clinical Support
Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)
Work Shift
Shift Vary (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available
No
Institution Name
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
- UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
- Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
- Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
- Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
- Career Training and Educational Opportunities
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
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Department: ICE | CASL CA ROC Clinical Treatment
Department's Website
Summary of Job Duties
The Radiation Therapist is responsible for administering, simulating and recording radiation treatment set-ups to patients as prescribed by a radiation oncologist.
Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Operations Director, is responsible for radiation therapy procedures, dose calculations, chart, and routine consistency checks on the treatment machine and simulator during a treatment day, five days a week. Incumbent is subject to overtime and call back as required by the center.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Associate's degree in radiation therapy PLUS two (2) years of experience in a healthcare environment OR Bachelor's degree in radiation therapy
Current registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists as a radiation therapist with an accredited program of radiation therapy technology
- Current Licensure as a Radiation Therapist with the Arkansas Department of Health.
- Current BLS certification or must successfully obtain certification within the first 30 days of employment.
Qualifications Equivalencies
Additional Information
Responsibilities:
Positions patients for treatment with accuracy and administers doses of radiation to specific body parts using radiation therapy equipment according to physician's prescription and established practices and standards.
Monitors radiation therapy equipment to ensure proper operation and follows principles of radiation protection to ensure safety for patient, self, and others.
Reviews prescription, diagnosis, patient chart, and identification.
Maintains required records, reports, and files, including radiation dosages, equipment settings, and patient's reaction.
Conducts treatment sessions independently, in accordance with long term treatment plan and under the general direction of patient's physician.
- Inputs data into computer and sets controls to operate and adjust equipment or regulate dosage.
- Observes and reassures patients during treatment and reports unusual reactions to physician.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Salary Information
Commiserate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply
License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume
Optional Documents
Proof of Veteran Status
Special Instructions to Applicants
Recruitment Contact Information
Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements
Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law.
Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Constant Physical Activity
Hearing, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Occasional Physical Activity
Kneeling, Sharps, Stooping
Benefits Eligible
No
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Radiation Therapy Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Arkansas is 86.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.1% of Arkansas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Radiation Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 7.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
Of the 50 active Radiation Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 28% have no call, 74% require no weekends.
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