[10/28/2025 A] Radiation therapist

3 weeks ago


Cork, Ireland RAD Magazine Full time

Bon Secours Radiotherapy and UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre

Description

UPMC, a $24 billion healthcare provider and insurer based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is pioneering new models of patient-centered, cost-effective, and accountable care. In collaboration with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC shares its clinical, managerial, and technological expertise worldwide through its innovation and commercialization arm, UPMC Enterprises, and UPMC International.

Since 2006, UPMC has been providing high-quality healthcare in the southeast of Ireland, including operations at UPMC Whitfield Hospital in Waterford, UPMC Kildare Hospital in Clane, and UPMC Aut Even Hospital in Kilkenny. Outpatient services are available at various locations, including UPMC Carlow Outreach Centre, UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre radiotherapy sites at UPMC Whitfield and Cork, UPMC Sports Medicine Clinic at SETU Arena Waterford, TUS Moylish Campus Limerick, TUS Thurles Campus Tipperary, and the UPMC Concussion Network. Additionally, UPMC operates a Global Technology Operation Centre in Kilkenny. UPMC is also the Official Healthcare Partner of the GAA and GPA.

Reports to

Clinical specialist radiation therapist/lead clinical specialist/operations manager

Responsibilities

1. Maintain an atmosphere of caring, concern, and support for patients of all ages, visitors, medical staff, and co-workers.
2. Deliver radiation treatment according to the written prescription and treatment plan, ensuring safety and adherence to departmental procedures. Report any deviations to the clinical specialist, lead therapist, and physicist.
3. Ensure quality treatment delivery through complete and accurate documentation of treatment records.
4. Maintain treatment portal placement accuracy by taking and reviewing electronic portal images, adjusting treatment fields as needed.
5. Explain treatment procedures to patients and/or families, referring medical questions to appropriate personnel.
6. Under the supervision of a radiation oncologist, take localisation radiographs and administer contrast agents during treatment localization.
7. Assist in the orientation and supervision of students during clinical rotations and support the evaluation of their performance.
8. Assist with all treatment-related procedures and at other UPMC locations as necessary.
9. Use effective communication and interpersonal skills to explain treatment procedures, respond to patient concerns, and reinforce education on side effect management.
10. Perform and document daily and weekly quality assurance activities for assigned equipment, reporting any findings outside normal ranges.
11. Participate in departmental quality improvement programs and attend multidisciplinary team meetings.
12. Complete daily treatment schedules, maintaining accurate records, including billing information and codes.
13. Maintain a safe and orderly treatment environment.
14. Engage in Continuous Professional Development (CPD).

Essential Skills

- Completion of a formal radiation therapy technology program approved in Ireland, the EU, or by the AMA.
- CORU registration.

Contacts

Applicants should submit a letter of application along with an up-to-date CV. A competitive benefits package, attractive relocation assistance, and opportunities to work with advanced technologies, research, and education support are offered to successful candidates.

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