Radiation Therapist

• Your future role at a glance
• Location: Wichita, KS
• Facility: Via Christi Cancer Center
• Department/Specialty: Radiation Oncology
• Schedule: Rotating l Full-time | 7 am or 7:30 am start time.

Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University.

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

• Benefits that help you thrive
• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

Execute precise radiation treatments as prescribed by the clinical team, ensuring each patient receives the exact dosage needed for their personalized healing plan.

Collaborate closely with physicians and dosimetrists to review and deliver complex treatment plans, acting as a final safeguard for patient safety and clinical accuracy.

Prepare and position patients with both technical precision and a compassionate touch, utilizing advanced imaging and marking techniques to ensure maximum comfort and treatment efficacy.

Manage the integrity of patient care records and imaging data, ensuring every detail of the treatment journey is documented accurately for the broader care team.

Maintain a high-performance clinical environment by overseeing the calibration and readiness of advanced equipment, such as linear accelerators, to prevent delays in patient care.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure/Certification/Registration

BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Licensed Radiologic Technologist credentialed from the Kansas Board of Healing Arts obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

One or More of the Following Required

Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiation Therapy credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Education

High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

What Additional Preferences We're Seeking

Radiation Therapist licensed in the state of Kansas prior to start date.

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