Radiation Therapist II

About the role

Provides discernible leadership to therapist staff regarding maintaining department quality expectations and customer service. Provides daily treatments for cancer patients. Positions patients and adjusts equipment for daily treatment dose delivery in a safe and effective manner. Documents necessary and verifiable information pertaining to daily treatments. Formally addresses patient concerns. Maintains a neat and orderly assigned work area.

Responsibilities

• Provides discernible leadership to therapist staff regarding maintaining department quality expectations and customer service.
• Provides daily treatments for cancer patients.
• Positions patients and adjusts equipment for daily treatment dose delivery in a safe and effective manner.
• Documents necessary and verifiable information pertaining to daily treatments.
• Formally addresses patient concerns.
• Maintains a neat and orderly assigned work area.

Requirements

• Education: Associate's Degree or Graduate from an approved AMA school of Radiation Therapy Technology required.
• Experience/Training: Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Radiation Therapist, preferably working in the area to be assigned.

Qualifications

• Licenses/Certifications: Required - Current Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) issued by California Department of Public Health (CDPH), Current Basic Life Support Provider (BLS) issued by American Heart Association, Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

Skills

• Knowledge of computers, anatomy, physiology, linear accelerators, simulator, treatment planning and equipment, body mechanics, isolation procedures, and standard precautions.

Pay

The estimated base rate for this position is $54.84 - $83.63. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions.

Schedule

Shift Duration: 8
Primary Shift: Days