Lead Radiation Therapist (Outpatient) - Full Time, Day Shift

Adventist Health; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health is seeking a Radiation Therapist to assist with dosimetric calculations, treatment planning, and quality assurance in a busy radiation therapy department in California. This role supports the Radiation Oncologist, supervises students, and helps manage daily operations and patient care.

The position requires ARRT-T and RTT certifications with strong clinical supervision skills and leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in radiation oncology or equivalent (some certifications will require Bachelor's): Preferred
• Master's Degree: Preferred
• Five years' technical experience: Preferred
• Two years' leadership experience: Preferred

Responsibilities

• Schedules patients for treatment and operates linear accelerators and CT scanner; delivers prescribed radiation therapy according to the prescription.
• Explains procedures to patient and maintains communication during treatment; ensures correct daily dose and safety measures.
• Maintains patient charts and daily treatment records; manages daily charges for radiation therapy patients.
• Supervises and performs planning and production of immobilization devices; provides clinical supervision to students.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in radiation oncology or equivalent

Master's Degree

Five years' technical experience

Two years' leadership experience

Tools

Linear accelerators

CT scanner

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Centered in the heart of Boyle Heights, Adventist Health White Memorial is one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1913. We are comprised of a 353-bed hospital, three medical office buildings, residency programs, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of services located in the Los Angeles area. In 2019, Adventist Health White Memorial was recognized with the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, the nation's highest presidential honor for performance excellence. We are proud to promote wellness in the community at the local farmers market and through our community resource center with services for seniors and Spanish-speakers. Los Angeles is known for its art, rich culture, numerous sports teams and world-renowned dining. There is something for everyone in this culturally diverse city.

Job Summary

Assists with dosimetric calculations, treatment planning, quality assurance and data input into system. Provides radiation in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the Radiation Oncologist. Assists the department director in the day-to-day operations of the department. Acts as an expert clinician who demonstrates a high level of knowledge/expertise, and is a leader/resource to the healthcare team.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in radiation oncology or equivalent (some certifications will require Bachelor's): Preferred


• Master's Degree: Preferred


• Five years' technical experience: Preferred


• Two years' leadership experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiation Therapy (AART-T) and Certification of Therapeutic Radiology Technology (RTT): Required


• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Preferred


• ARRT-Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T): Required


• Therapeutic Radiologic Technology Certification (TRT): Required

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• Hospital Fire and Life Safety (HLFS): Required

Essential Functions

• Schedules patients for treatment and operates linear accelerators and CT scanner. Delivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy by checking prescription, diagnosis chart, and patient identification. Explains procedures to patient, means of communication during treatment, and basic treatment procedure. Delivers prescribed daily dose to patient, observing radiation safety measures for patient and personnel. Manages the daily patient charges for radiation therapy patients. Supervises and performs planning and production of immobilization devices.


• Prepares room and equipment for patient according to prescription or simulation regarding immobilization devices, etc., transfers patient to treatment couch, giving attention to the special needs of the patient.


• Observes patients for unusual reactions and for signs and symptoms of developing complications during treatment, reporting reactions and complications to supervisor and department physician.


• Maintains a variety of records, including, records of daily treatment; maintains and regularly reviews patient charts to eliminate errors and to ensure that blood counts and special reports are properly recorded.


• Provides clinical supervision and evaluates students' practical ability to perform procedures.


• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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ABOUT US

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

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