Radiation Therapist

BHS Baptist Healthcare System

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Paducah, KY Until 9/14/2026 First posted July 16, 2026 Last posted July 16, 2026
Job description

Summary

Job Description:

Radiation Therapist

Full-Time, First Shift

Under the direction of the Radiation Oncologist, the radiation therapy technologist treats patients with ionizing radiation accurately and efficiently per physician’s prescription.

Job Duties:

  • Administers ionizing radiation and consults with Radiation Oncologist regarding examinations as necessary.

  • Assists Radiation Oncologist in performing simulations and fabricating immobilization devices.

  • Stocks treatment rooms with linen and supplies and maintains knowledge of equipment in all areas.

  • Participates in the education of students of the Radiologic Technology Program and Radiation Therapy Program.

Requirements:

  • Associate degree from an institution accredited by an agency that ARRT recognizes, or military training graduate of JRCERT-accredited program required.

  • Active licensure through the Kentucky Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy required.  

  • American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) registration required.

Preferred Requirements:

  • Experience using Aria and Varian linear accelerators.

Benefits:

  • Tuition Assistance reimbursement program

  • Paid Time Off available for use upon hire

  • Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

  • Bereavement Leave (includes pets)

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Retirement plans with company match

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

About this role

Summary

Administers radiation therapy, assists oncologists, participates in patient simulation, and educates students.

Job title

Radiation Therapist

Experience level

none

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Paducah, KY; remote work not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

licensure Kentucky Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation TherapyARRT registrationassociate degree

Preferred skills

AriaVarian linear accelerators

Specializations

radiation therapyionizing radiationsimulationsmedical imaging
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Paducah, KY, USA

On-site City