Radiation Therapist

Job Description

Job Summary:

• Under the direction of the Radiation Oncology Manager, the Radiation Therapist and Lead Radiation Therapist for the Radiation Oncology Department in the Client Institute of Client Hospital organization perform localizing tumors, participate in treatment planning and deliver high doses of ionizing radiation treatment to patients in accordance with prescription and instructions from Radiation Oncologists.
• The Per Diem Radiation Therapist display and practice a work-style that reflects the mission, vision and values of the Department as well as the Organization.
• Participate in the continuous quality improvement process.
• Maintain a working knowledge of departmental standard operating procedures, including the use of specialized instrumentation, Quality Control requirements, and preventive maintenance.

Required Certifications & Licensure:

• Licensed by the California Department of Health Services as a Radiologic Technologist (Therapeutic).
• Licensed by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist in Radiation Therapy or equivalent as recognized by the ARRT.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS), approved by the American Heart Association.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Excellent communication skills; customer focused; excellent attention to detail; able to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines; strong interpersonal skills; able to work in a team environment.
• Proven excellent customer services skills, including the ability to progressively probe, analyze, identify root causes of problems, provide practical solutions, and negotiate resolutions.
• Proficient in CT simulation techniques.
• Computer skill required: proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Radiation Oncology EMR (Mosaiq).