Radiation Therapist
Merced, CAJob$49.78–74.05/hrPosted 4mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago
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Dignity Health is hiring a Radiation Therapist. As a Radiation Therapist, you will be a central figure in the oncology care team, meticulously delivering prescribed courses of radiation therapy to cancer patients, ensuring accuracy and therapeutic effectiveness. You will play a vital role in providing compassionate care, supporting patients through their treatment journeys, and contributing directly to their fight against cancer.
Key focus areas include Deliver specific prescribed radiation treatment procedures, Operate linear accelerators and other radiation therapy equipment, and Accurately position patients and administer radiation treatments.
Successful candidates bring Therapeutic Radiology License (CA), Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT, and Registered Technologist Bone Densitometry. Important skills include Operate Linear Accelerators, Operate Radiation Therapy Equipment, Patient Positioning, Administer Radiation Treatments, Patient Education, and Psychological Support. Preferred (not required): Oncology, Communicate Effectively Orally, Communicate Effectively In Writing, and Plan Work Of Others.
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Job Summary and Responsibilities
As a Radiation Therapist, you will be a central figure in the oncology care team, meticulously delivering prescribed courses of radiation therapy to cancer patients, ensuring accuracy and therapeutic effectiveness. You will play a vital role in providing compassionate care, supporting patients through their treatment journeys, and contributing directly to their fight against cancer.
Every day, you will expertly operate linear accelerators and other radiation therapy equipment, accurately positioning patients and carefully administering radiation treatments according to the physician's prescription and treatment plan. You will also provide essential patient education and psychological support, monitor patients for side effects, maintain meticulous treatment records, and perform daily quality assurance checks on equipment, all while strictly adhering to safety protocols and regulatory guidelines.
To be successful in this role, you will combine a nationally recognized certification/licensure in Radiation Therapy, a profound understanding of radiation physics and oncology as it applies to treatment delivery, and exceptional attention to detail. You will demonstrate strong communication skills, a compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care, and thrive in a dynamic, high-acuity environment dedicated to delivering high-quality, precise cancer treatment.
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Ensuring the deliver of specific prescribed radiation treatment procedures
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Use of photon and electron beams
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Performance of simulation procedures, dosimetry, calculations, and delivery of ionizing radiation
Job Requirements
Required
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Must possess and maintain a current Therapeutic Radiology license issued by the state of California (RRTT).
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Must possess and maintain one of the following certificates:
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Current Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT (RTR)
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Registered Technologist Bone Densitometry (RTBD)
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Registered Technologist Computed Tomography (RTCT)
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Registered Technologist Cardio Interventional Radiography (RTCV)
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Registered Technologist Mammography (RTM)
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Registered Technologist Magnetic Resonance Imaging (RTMR)
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Registered Technologist Nuclear Medicine Technology (RTN)
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Registered Technologist Quality Management (RTQM)
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Registered Technologist Radiation Therapy (RTT)
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Registered Technologist Vascular Interventional Rad (RTVI)
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Registered Technologist Vascular Sonography (RTVS)
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Must possess and maintain a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate.
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Demonstrated skill in the use of knowledge of radiation therapy equipment i.e. linear accelerators simulators dosimetry and block cutting.
Preferred
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Three (3) years supervisory experience in radiation oncology.
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Communicate effectively both orally and in writing to diverse groups and individuals.
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Plan organize and control the work of others.
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Delegate responsibilities effectively.
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Exercise good judgment and tact in providing strong leadership guidance and assistance.
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Knowledge of state and federal regulations and JCAHO standards.
Please be advised that this location requires quarterly American Heart Association (AHA) Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) competency certification post-hire. This ongoing competency is required through resources internal to the facility; outside RQI competency resources are not acceptable for CommonSpirit Health compliance requirements.
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Where You'll Work
Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 137 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings. CommonSpirit has more than 157,000 employees, 45,000 nurses and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice providers across 24 states and contributes more than $4.2 billion annually in charity care, community benefits and unreimbursed government programs. Together with our patients, physicians, partners, and communities, we are creating a more just, equitable, and innovative healthcare delivery system.
Pay Range
$49.78 - $74.05 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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