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2219 Dillon Rd Clovis, NM 88101-9454
Compensation Pay Range:
Minimum Offer $42.08 Maximum Offer $71.65
Summary
The primary purpose of the Radiation Therapist position is to function in a specialized area of radiation therapy in the role of direct patient care provider in the Department of Radiation Oncology. The scope of position is defined by New Mexico Environment Departments Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Program, the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, the American Society of Radiologic Technologists Practice Standards of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy, and the Standards of Care for Radiation Therapy Services for the Department of Radiation Oncology. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.
- Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
- Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
- Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
- Malpractice liability insurance
- Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
- EPIC electronic charting system
Type of Opportunity: Part time FTE: 0.50 Job Exempt: No Work Shift: Days (United States of America)
Responsibilities:
Administers safe and accurate radiation therapy treatment.
Clinical Practice Management:
- Ensures accurate treatment delivery and data capture, the radiation therapist demonstrates sound clinical judgment and adheres to accurate treatment and simulation delivery.
- Gathers necessary set-up aids and prepares room and equipment for patient.
- Demonstrates necessary manual dexterity and psychomotor skills to operate and manipulate the mechanical motions of complex radiation-emitting treatment units. Works under stress and pressure.
- Adapts without difficulty to changes in work schedule or assigned area as departmental patient load dictates.
- Visually monitors patient for unusual reaction and events and reports same to radiation oncologist throughout the course of radiation therapy.
- Explains treatment procedure to the patient as it is performed communicating in a clear, concise voice; answers patient's and family's questions and defers those not within his/her competence to the radiation oncologist. Verbally reinforces radiation oncologist's advice to patient regarding reactions to treatment and their care. Recognizes patient's needs and responds to them appropriately. Refers patient to other allied health specialists, such as a social workers, dietitians and nursing.
Performs and maintains Quality Assurance activities.
Quality Assurance Management:
- Complies with departmental quality assurance practices.
- Visually ascertains that consent forms for radiation therapy are in the treatment record and have been signed by the patient before administering the treatment.
- Monitors and maintains daily treatment records and machine QA, inclusive of but not limited to the following: adheres to portal image review/approval guidelines as required by the department makes adjustments in field placement as needed.
- Verbally notifies physics or engineering if measurements do not fall into accepted parameters. Visually recognizes and reports erratic operation of equipment to supervisor, engineering staff and/or Administrative Director for Therapy Services.
- Checks prescription, set-up instructions, new start procedures, and patient information in the record and verify system, etc. Reviews the records for any discrepancies between the prescription, treatment plan, and amendments.
- Attends planning clinic as assigned.
- Performs, monitors, and maintains mandatory quality control activities and documentation.
Maintains Competency Management
Competency Management:
- Ensures that appropriate clinical skills are learned and maintained to support treatment and simulation delivery, the radiation therapist demonstrates and adheres to:
- Maintenance of departmentally identified base competencies inclusive of performing calculations.
- Accurate documentation and maintenance of competency assessment criteria.
- Facilitates learning consistent with expectations of documented competency level by attending lectures, seminars, and in-services to stay abreast of new techniques and to comply with licensure and competency requirements.
- Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills and professional behaviors (soft skills) and participation in competency assessments.
- Consistently works within the scope of practice and competency level outlined in Natural Progression Plan.
Participates in clinical instruction/evaluation
Education and Training Management:
- Demonstrates practice related learning, share knowledge and skills learned to students and peers.
- Participates in departmental/institutional learning initiatives and in-services.
- Orients and teaches new students/therapists rotating to treatment unit.
Adhere to departmental guidelines and institutional policies
- Adheres to department policies, guidelines, and procedures.
- Completes internal variance forms for any error and forwards it to the supervisor for follow up within 24 hours.
- Consistently adheres to all departmental policies concerning radiation therapy treatment, attendance, and dress code.
- Adheres to Kronos Procedures, effective time management.
- Utilizes resources and controls resources through careful management of supplies and equipment.
- Effectively uses the experience and abilities of other staff members.
- Willing to take instruction, discipline, correction, and guidance.
- Demonstrates enthusiasm and shows initiative to begin, complete and improve all actions required to accomplish job.
- Other duties as assigned.
In addition to all of the skills listed for Radiation Therapist- Advanced:
- Complete formal Clinical Instructor training led by MD Anderson School of Health Professions
- Have documented and active participation in the instruction and evaluation of radiation therapy students
Qualifications
- Required: Must be a graduate of a JRCERT accredited program in radiation therapy or a suitable equivalent.
- Required: Certified and registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiation Therapy. Must be certified and licensed by the New Mexico Environment Departments Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Program within 30 days of hire.
- Medical Radiologic Technologist
We're all about well-being, starting with yours.
Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.
Learn more about our employee benefits.
About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.
Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.
AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.
Compensation Disclaimer
The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.
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Location Address:
2219 Dillon Rd Clovis, NM 88101-9454
Compensation Pay Range:
Minimum Offer $42.08 Maximum Offer $71.65
Summary
The primary purpose of the Radiation Therapist position is to function in a specialized area of radiation therapy in the role of direct patient care provider in the Department of Radiation Oncology. The scope of position is defined by New Mexico Environment Departments Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Program, the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, the American Society of Radiologic Technologists Practice Standards of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy, and the Standards of Care for Radiation Therapy Services for the Department of Radiation Oncology. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.
- Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
- Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
- Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
- Malpractice liability insurance
- Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
- EPIC electronic charting system
Type of Opportunity: Part time FTE: 0.50 Job Exempt: No Work Shift: Days (United States of America)
Responsibilities:
Administers safe and accurate radiation therapy treatment.
Clinical Practice Management:
- Ensures accurate treatment delivery and data capture, the radiation therapist demonstrates sound clinical judgment and adheres to accurate treatment and simulation delivery.
- Gathers necessary set-up aids and prepares room and equipment for patient.
- Demonstrates necessary manual dexterity and psychomotor skills to operate and manipulate the mechanical motions of complex radiation-emitting treatment units. Works under stress and pressure.
- Adapts without difficulty to changes in work schedule or assigned area as departmental patient load dictates.
- Visually monitors patient for unusual reaction and events and reports same to radiation oncologist throughout the course of radiation therapy.
- Explains treatment procedure to the patient as it is performed communicating in a clear, concise voice; answers patient's and family's questions and defers those not within his/her competence to the radiation oncologist. Verbally reinforces radiation oncologist's advice to patient regarding reactions to treatment and their care. Recognizes patient's needs and responds to them appropriately. Refers patient to other allied health specialists, such as a social workers, dietitians and nursing.
Performs and maintains Quality Assurance activities.
Quality Assurance Management:
- Complies with departmental quality assurance practices.
- Visually ascertains that consent forms for radiation therapy are in the treatment record and have been signed by the patient before administering the treatment.
- Monitors and maintains daily treatment records and machine QA, inclusive of but not limited to the following: adheres to portal image review/approval guidelines as required by the department makes adjustments in field placement as needed.
- Verbally notifies physics or engineering if measurements do not fall into accepted parameters. Visually recognizes and reports erratic operation of equipment to supervisor, engineering staff and/or Administrative Director for Therapy Services.
- Checks prescription, set-up instructions, new start procedures, and patient information in the record and verify system, etc. Reviews the records for any discrepancies between the prescription, treatment plan, and amendments.
- Attends planning clinic as assigned.
- Performs, monitors, and maintains mandatory quality control activities and documentation.
Maintains Competency Management
Competency Management:
- Ensures that appropriate clinical skills are learned and maintained to support treatment and simulation delivery, the radiation therapist demonstrates and adheres to:
- Maintenance of departmentally identified base competencies inclusive of performing calculations.
- Accurate documentation and maintenance of competency assessment criteria.
- Facilitates learning consistent with expectations of documented competency level by attending lectures, seminars, and in-services to stay abreast of new techniques and to comply with licensure and competency requirements.
- Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills and professional behaviors (soft skills) and participation in competency assessments.
- Consistently works within the scope of practice and competency level outlined in Natural Progression Plan.
Participates in clinical instruction/evaluation
Education and Training Management:
- Demonstrates practice related learning, share knowledge and skills learned to students and peers.
- Participates in departmental/institutional learning initiatives and in-services.
- Orients and teaches new students/therapists rotating to treatment unit.
Adhere to departmental guidelines and institutional policies
- Adheres to department policies, guidelines, and procedures.
- Completes internal variance forms for any error and forwards it to the supervisor for follow up within 24 hours.
- Consistently adheres to all departmental policies concerning radiation therapy treatment, attendance, and dress code.
- Adheres to Kronos Procedures, effective time management.
- Utilizes resources and controls resources through careful management of supplies and equipment.
- Effectively uses the experience and abilities of other staff members.
- Willing to take instruction, discipline, correction, and guidance.
- Demonstrates enthusiasm and shows initiative to begin, complete and improve all actions required to accomplish job.
- Other duties as assigned.
In addition to all of the skills listed for Radiation Therapist- Advanced:
- Complete formal Clinical Instructor training led by MD Anderson School of Health Professions
- Have documented and active participation in the instruction and evaluation of radiation therapy students
Qualifications
- Required: Must be a graduate of a JRCERT accredited program in radiation therapy or a suitable equivalent.
- Required: Certified and registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiation Therapy. Must be certified and licensed by the New Mexico Environment Departments Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Program within 30 days of hire.
- Medical Radiologic Technologist
We're all about well-being, starting with yours.
Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.
Learn more about our employee benefits.
About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.
Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.
AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.
Compensation Disclaimer
The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.
We're Determined to Support New Mexico's Well-Being | Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Tips for Finding Therapist Jobs at Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Verify your clinical licensure transfers to New Mexico
New Mexico requires state licensure for all practicing Therapists. Confirm your credentials meet the New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department standards before applying, since Presbyterian will expect an active or pending in-state license before initiating any sponsorship filing.
Target Presbyterian's outpatient behavioral health openings
Presbyterian operates dedicated behavioral health clinics alongside its hospital system. Outpatient Therapist roles in these settings have historically drawn consistent international hiring, making them a more direct path to sponsorship than general acute care postings.
Use Migrate Mate to filter Presbyterian's open Therapist roles
Sponsorship-eligible positions aren't always labeled clearly on general job boards. Migrate Mate lets you filter Presbyterian Healthcare Services Therapist roles by visa type so you're only spending time on positions that match your authorization needs.
Understand how TN classification applies to your discipline
If you're a Canadian or Mexican citizen, TN status can cover certain Therapist classifications without requiring an H-1B petition. Confirm with Presbyterian's HR team whether your specific therapy discipline and degree field satisfy TN's defined occupation list before relying on this pathway.
Ask about PERM timing during the offer stage
Presbyterian sponsors EB-2 and EB-3 Green Cards, but PERM labor certification adds months to the timeline. Raise the question of permanent residency sponsorship during offer negotiation, not after onboarding, so both sides align on when the DOL filing process will begin.
Prepare your credential evaluation before the interview
If your therapy degree is from outside the United States, have a NACES-member organization evaluate it before your first interview. Presbyterian's credentialing team will require this documentation, and having it ready signals you're prepared to move quickly through the hiring process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Presbyterian Healthcare Services sponsor H-1B visas for Therapists?
Yes, Presbyterian Healthcare Services sponsors H-1B visas for Therapist roles. Therapy positions that require a specialized degree, such as a Master's in Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related field, generally qualify as specialty occupations under USCIS standards. Presbyterian's HR and legal teams handle the H-1B petition process, but you'll need an active or pending New Mexico clinical license before sponsorship can proceed.
Which visa types are commonly used for Therapist roles at Presbyterian Healthcare Services?
Presbyterian Healthcare Services sponsors H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, TN visa, and EB-2 and EB-3 immigrant visas for Therapist positions. H-1B is the most common nonimmigrant route for degreed clinicians. TN visa is available to Canadian and Mexican citizens in qualifying therapy disciplines. F-1 OPT works well for recent U.S. graduate program completers who need time before H-1B sponsorship begins.
What qualifications and experience does Presbyterian Healthcare Services expect for Therapist roles?
Most Therapist openings at Presbyterian require a Master's degree in a clinical discipline such as counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or psychology, along with a New Mexico state license or active licensure application. Positions in Presbyterian's behavioral health and outpatient clinics often prefer candidates with experience in community mental health, integrated care, or bilingual Spanish-English clinical settings, reflecting the demographics of their patient population.
How do I apply for Therapist jobs at Presbyterian Healthcare Services?
Browse open Therapist roles at Presbyterian Healthcare Services through Migrate Mate, which filters listings by visa sponsorship type so you can identify positions aligned with your work authorization. Once you've identified a role, apply through Presbyterian's careers portal and note your sponsorship needs in your application. Reaching out to their behavioral health recruiting team directly after applying can help move your application forward faster.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for a Therapist position at Presbyterian Healthcare Services?
Timeline depends on the visa type. H-1B standard processing through USCIS takes three to six months, with premium processing available to reduce that to 15 business days. F-1 OPT authorization through your Designated School Official typically takes 90 days. EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card sponsorship involving PERM labor certification adds 12 to 24 months or more before USCIS adjudication begins, so start those conversations early in the offer process.