Radiation Therapist

**Work Schedule**

Per Diem, varied schedule. Day/Evening shift, Monday-Friday. You will work at the UW Health Carbone Cancer Center of Rockford.

We are currently seeking a **Radiation Therapist**to:

* Provide patient education to encourage cooperation, understanding, and optimal treatment outcomes.
* Monitor, maintain, and perform routine quality control checks on radiation therapy equipment; ensure a clean, safe, and organized treatment environment.
* Assist the Radiation Oncologist with patient‑related procedures in accordance with established protocols.

**Additional components of compensation may include:**

* Evening, night, and weekend shift differential
* Overtime
* On-call pay

**At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have:**

Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance

Annual wellness reimbursement

Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids

Tuition reimbursement for career advancement--ask about our fully funded programs!

Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development

Strong shared governance structure

Commitment to employee voice

**Qualifications**
* Graduate of an approved school of Radiation Therapy Technology program. Required

**Licenses \& Certifications**
* Current license from the Illinois Emergency Management Agency and current certification (or eligible for certification) in Radiation Therapy from the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT). Required
* Basic Life Support/CPR Certification. Upon Hire Required

**Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging**
UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Job Description

UW Northern Illinois benefits