Colquittregional
Job Overview
The Advanced Practice Radiation Therapist (APRT) is a highly skilled and experienced radiation therapist who functions at the highest scope of ARRT Radiation Therapy licensure and ASRT practice standards and guidelines. The APRT role integrates clinical practice, leadership, education, and research to enhance patient care, improve efficiency, and strengthen cancer services.
The APRT does not replace physicians or mid-level providers but instead maximizes the professional contribution of radiation therapists within licensure limits. The role emphasizes continuity of care, patient education, operational leadership, and evidence-based practice, ensuring that rural patients receive equitable, high-quality radiation oncology services close to home. The APRT provides advanced operational, educational, and coordination support to enhance the delivery of radiation oncology services in a rural cancer center. The role focuses on improving workflow efficiency, maintaining treatment quality and safety, and enhancing patient education and support, while serving as a clinical leader and resource for staff, patients, and multidisciplinary teams.
By applying the proven UK Four-Pillar Framework to the APRT role, rural cancer centers benefit from enhanced continuity of care and patient support, improved workflow efficiency and reduced strain on limited physician resources, expanded educational capacity for patients, staff, and students, and strengthened quality and evidence-based practice in rural oncology.
Duties and Responsibilities Clinical Practice
Serve as an advanced clinical resource in radiation therapy delivery.
Support workflow optimization to maximize access and minimize treatment delays in a rural setting by performing initial assessments of inpatients and outpatients, and fielding phone calls from current and past patients.
Provide comprehensive pre-treatment, patient-centered education and ongoing support to patients, families, and caregivers before, during and after treatment.
Assist with procedures, within the scope of practice, such as HDRs in the office and the operating room.
Monitor patients’ progress and assess tolerance to radiation treatment during weekly on-treatment visits and follow-up appointments.
Support staff radiation therapists with treatment setup verification, image guidance, and quality assurance under physician oversight.
Deliver accurate, safe, and compassionate radiation therapy to all patients when needed.
Contribute to the adoption and integration of best practices into departmental protocols.
Collaborate with health system and practice partners on research that advances rural oncology services.
Verify treatment setups, positioning, and imaging under physician oversight.
Document all patient encounters, assessments, and evaluations in the electronic medical record in an accurate and timely manner.
Serve as a consistent point of contact for patients, promoting continuity of care and treatment adherence.
Direct patients and families to support services and agencies as needed to ensure holistic care.
Participate in chart reviews, image verification processes, and quality assurance rounds.
Assist in maintaining compliance with all regulatory, accreditation, and quality standards (e.g., The Joint Commission, ACR, state health regulations).
Collaborate with physics and dosimetry teams to review treatment imaging for quality consistency under physician oversight.
Perform all licensed duties of a Radiation Therapist under ARRT guidelines and scope of practice, when needed.
Leadership & Management
Contribute to the operational leadership of the radiation oncology department and support daily departmental operations and workflow optimization.
Support workflow efficiency and equitable access to care in the rural setting.
Represent the department in multidisciplinary meetings, tumor boards, and community outreach initiatives.
Act as a liaison between therapists, nurses, physicians, and administrators to streamline communication.
Lead or participate in quality improvement initiatives related to patient safety, efficiency, and satisfaction.
Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards, staff meetings, and strategic planning discussions.
Collaborate with leadership to identify opportunities for program growth and contribute to strategic planning for rural oncology services, including community outreach and survivorship care.
Provide input on technology adoption, service delivery models, and clinical protocols.
Education
Serve as a mentor and clinical educator for radiation therapists, students, and interdisciplinary staff.
Provide clear, accessible patient education to improve understanding and reduce anxiety.
Educate patients and families about treatment processes, side-effect management, and supportive resources.
Find and deliver in-service training programs on treatment techniques, technologies, safety protocols, and best practices.
Promote professional development opportunities and encourage staff engagement in continuous learning.
Research & Evidence-Based Practice
Participate in departmental audits, quality projects, clinical and service evaluations to strengthen care delivery and practice improvements.
Support data collection and reporting for quality improvement and pilot program outcomes.
Contribute to the adoption and integration of best practices into departmental protocols.
Collaborate with health system and practice partners on research that advances rural oncology services.
Qualifications
Master's degree preferred.
ARRT certification in Radiation Therapy (RT(T)) in good standing.
At least 5 years of clinical radiation therapy experience with evidence of leadership, education, or quality improvement work.
Strong communication, leadership, and patient advocacy skills.
Basic Life Support – Novice.
Radiation Therapist license required.
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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The APRT does not replace physicians or mid-level providers but instead maximizes the professional contribution of radiation therapists within licensure limits. The role emphasizes continuity of care, patient education, operational leadership, and evidence-based practice, ensuring that rural patients receive equitable, high-quality radiation oncology services close to home. The APRT provides advanced operational, educational, and coordination support to enhance the delivery of radiation oncology services in a rural cancer center. The role focuses on improving workflow efficiency, maintaining treatment quality and safety, and enhancing patient education and support, while serving as a clinical leader and resource for staff, patients, and multidisciplinary teams.
By applying the proven UK Four-Pillar Framework to the APRT role, rural cancer centers benefit from enhanced continuity of care and patient support, improved workflow efficiency and reduced strain on limited physician resources, expanded educational capacity for patients, staff, and students, and strengthened quality and evidence-based practice in rural oncology.
Duties and Responsibilities Clinical Practice
Serve as an advanced clinical resource in radiation therapy delivery.
Support workflow optimization to maximize access and minimize treatment delays in a rural setting by performing initial assessments of inpatients and outpatients, and fielding phone calls from current and past patients.
Provide comprehensive pre-treatment, patient-centered education and ongoing support to patients, families, and caregivers before, during and after treatment.
Assist with procedures, within the scope of practice, such as HDRs in the office and the operating room.
Monitor patients’ progress and assess tolerance to radiation treatment during weekly on-treatment visits and follow-up appointments.
Support staff radiation therapists with treatment setup verification, image guidance, and quality assurance under physician oversight.
Deliver accurate, safe, and compassionate radiation therapy to all patients when needed.
Contribute to the adoption and integration of best practices into departmental protocols.
Collaborate with health system and practice partners on research that advances rural oncology services.
Verify treatment setups, positioning, and imaging under physician oversight.
Document all patient encounters, assessments, and evaluations in the electronic medical record in an accurate and timely manner.
Serve as a consistent point of contact for patients, promoting continuity of care and treatment adherence.
Direct patients and families to support services and agencies as needed to ensure holistic care.
Participate in chart reviews, image verification processes, and quality assurance rounds.
Assist in maintaining compliance with all regulatory, accreditation, and quality standards (e.g., The Joint Commission, ACR, state health regulations).
Collaborate with physics and dosimetry teams to review treatment imaging for quality consistency under physician oversight.
Perform all licensed duties of a Radiation Therapist under ARRT guidelines and scope of practice, when needed.
Leadership & Management
Contribute to the operational leadership of the radiation oncology department and support daily departmental operations and workflow optimization.
Support workflow efficiency and equitable access to care in the rural setting.
Represent the department in multidisciplinary meetings, tumor boards, and community outreach initiatives.
Act as a liaison between therapists, nurses, physicians, and administrators to streamline communication.
Lead or participate in quality improvement initiatives related to patient safety, efficiency, and satisfaction.
Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards, staff meetings, and strategic planning discussions.
Collaborate with leadership to identify opportunities for program growth and contribute to strategic planning for rural oncology services, including community outreach and survivorship care.
Provide input on technology adoption, service delivery models, and clinical protocols.
Education
Serve as a mentor and clinical educator for radiation therapists, students, and interdisciplinary staff.
Provide clear, accessible patient education to improve understanding and reduce anxiety.
Educate patients and families about treatment processes, side-effect management, and supportive resources.
Find and deliver in-service training programs on treatment techniques, technologies, safety protocols, and best practices.
Promote professional development opportunities and encourage staff engagement in continuous learning.
Research & Evidence-Based Practice
Participate in departmental audits, quality projects, clinical and service evaluations to strengthen care delivery and practice improvements.
Support data collection and reporting for quality improvement and pilot program outcomes.
Contribute to the adoption and integration of best practices into departmental protocols.
Collaborate with health system and practice partners on research that advances rural oncology services.
Qualifications
Master's degree preferred.
ARRT certification in Radiation Therapy (RT(T)) in good standing.
At least 5 years of clinical radiation therapy experience with evidence of leadership, education, or quality improvement work.
Strong communication, leadership, and patient advocacy skills.
Basic Life Support – Novice.
Radiation Therapist license required.
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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