Radiation Therapist - Limerick Cancer Centre
Location: Limerick Cancer Centre
Job type: Permanent
Overview of role:
A Radiation Therapist, as a member of the multi-disciplinary team, is responsible for the preparation and treatment of patients with a cancer diagnosis or other benign conditions requiring radiotherapy, providing psychosocial support throughout the course of treatment. A Radiation Therapist is responsible for the justification of pre-treatment imaging and accurate treatment delivery. S/he must adhere to and implement all radiation safety regulations in their work environment, must assess the quality of their own work on a continuous basis and engage in continuous professional development in line with the state registration guidelines of CORU.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
* Maintains an
atmosphere of caring, concern and support for patients of all ages,
visitors, medical staff and co-workers on a consistent basis.
* Delivers radiation
treatment according to prescription and treatment plan. Provides safety in patient care
through the consistent practice of Departmental Procedures for treatment
administration. Recognizes deviation from prescribed treatment delivery
and reports all deviations to the Clinical Specialist.
* Assures the quality
of treatment delivery through the complete and accurate documentation of
treatment records.
* Assures the quality and consistency of
treatment by acquiring, interpreting and evaluating electronic images
and implementing any required changes according to departmental
procedures. Explain treatment procedures to patients and/or family.
Refers medical questions to appropriate personnel.
* Explains treatment
procedures to patient and/or family. Refers medical questions to
appropriate personnel.
* At the request of a Radiation Oncologist,
performs CT simulation/clinical mark ups after identifying and
performing the optimal and most appropriate immobilization procedure for
the specific patient. Responsible for the administration of oral
contrast and IV contrast (with additional competencies) agents requested
by a Radiation Oncologist for simulation procedures. Performs
measurements for use during treatment calculation. Collects and
documents data acquired during the simulation procedure and accurately
inputs this data into ARIA.
* Assists in the
orientation and supervision of students during clinical rotations.
Assists the appointed Student Liaison Radiation Therapists in evaluation
of student performance.
* Assists as needed in
all treatment-related procedures.
* Assists at other
UPMC Ireland locations as needed.
* Uses effective
communication techniques and interpersonal skills to provide
explanations for treatment-related procedures. Responds effectively to
patient concerns. Observes patients for expected and unexpected
reactions to treatments and communicates this to appropriate staff
members. Reinforces patient education/side effect management information
and indicates non-compliance to medical/nursing staff.
* Performs and documents daily and weekly QA
activity for assigned equipment. Documents findings outside the range
established by Physics. Notifies the Physics team immediately of
findings outside the normal range of operations. Participates in
programs to measure and improve the quality of care within the
Department.
* Attends
multidisciplinary team meetings for coordination of patient care.
* Maintains a safe,
orderly treatment room.
* Provides on-call
cover for the treatment of patients in emergency situations.
* Ensures the smooth running of the daily
treatment list.
* Assists the Clinical Specialist team in
developing and implementing new technology and procedures.
* Be responsible for your own continuous
professional development in line with the state registration guidelines
of CORU.
Standard
Responsibilities:
* Performs in accordance with system-wide
competencies/behaviors.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
* Lives the UPMC Values
Qualifications & Experience:
Qualifications:
Candidates
on receipt of application must have:
* Completion of a qualification in Radiation Therapy recognized by the Radiographers Registration Board at CORU
* Maintain annual registration with CORU.
Job Specific Competencies and Knowledge:
Acts in accordance with the vision, mission, and values
of the company and in compliance with the corporate policies, JCI and HIQA
quality standards
Closing date: 1st of May 2026
Equal
Opportunity Statement and Benefits
UPMC is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment
for all employees.
At UPMC we provide a total rewards program
that is not only market competitive, but fair and provides growth opportunities
for all our colleagues.
Compensation – Competitive pay for the work employees do – base pay, performance related pay
and premium pay where applicable.
Benefits –
Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents. Competitive Pension
Plan, company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times. Critical Illness cover
for all employees up to the age of 66.
Performance and Recognition – Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of
UPMC through our annual ACES programme.
Work-Life Balance – Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days. Flexible
working opportunities to support you to work around external family
commitments.
Development
and Career Opportunities – Opportunities for each employee to reach
their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.
About
UPMC
UPMC is a renowned multinational academic medical
centre committed to delivering people-focused care that's close to home.
Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh
Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC shapes the future of health through
clinical and technological innovation, research and education.
UPMC expands its expertise globally, bringing world-class care across
continents through its UPMC International division — an owned and operated
network of hospitals and ambulatory care centres in Italy, Ireland and
Croatia. UPMC International brings new access to the signature specialty
services of UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre, UPMC Sports Medicine and others to
more people in more places around the world.
In Ireland UPMC has provided high-quality healthcare in the South East since
2006. UPMC's operations in Ireland now include UPMC Whitfield Hospital in
Waterford, UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin, UPMC Kildare Hospital in
Clane, and UPMC Aut Even Hospital in Kilkenny. Outpatient care is available at
the UPMC Carlow Outreach Centre, UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre radiotherapy
locations in Waterford and Cork, UPMC The 4th Practice in Mallow, and across
UPMC Sports Medicine Clinics in Dublin, Waterford, Limerick, Tipperary, Cork, and
Mayo. UPMC has also established a nationwide Concussion Network. UPMC's
Global Technology Operation Centre is based in Kilkenny.