PRN Radiation Therapist II

Cardinal Health, Inc.; Apple Valley (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Job summary

Cardinal Health, Inc. at Mojave Radiation Oncology Center in Apple Valley, CA seeks a Radiation Therapist (PRN) to administer prescribed radiation, verify doses and angles, and ensure safety and charting compliance.

You will work with the Radiation Oncologist and therapy team to localize treatment areas using CT and other devices. The role requires ARRT eligibility or certification, a science degree, and a graduate of an accredited radiation therapy program.

Qualifications

• ARRT board eligibility or certification preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in science or equivalent experience preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited school of radiation therapy technology and ARRT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer radiation therapy as prescribed by the physician.
• Verify prescribed treatment dose, fields, and angles before each treatment.
• Place protective devices to shield healthy tissue.
• Simulate patients using CT or other devices to localize areas.
• Maintain detailed treatment chart documentation.
• Monitor patient progress and report any issues to the team.
• Follow radiation safety procedures and perform machine safety checks.
• Collaborate with the Radiation Oncologist and therapy team on treatment planning.
• Attend on-call shifts and ensure timely completion of deadlines.

Skills

ARRT eligible

ARRT certified

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's Degree in science

Graduate of accredited radiation therapy program

ARRT certification in Radiation Therapy

Job description

This position is located at:

Mojave Radiation Oncology Center

18280 Siskiyou Road

Apple Valley, CA 92307

As a part of our team, you’ll help deliver compassionate, patient-centered care that truly makes a difference. Join our Radiation Therapy team at Mojave Radiation Oncology Center where your skills will directly impact the health and comfort of patients in your community.

Radiation is a medical specialty that uses radiation to treat cancer and alleviate symptoms, and it can also be used for certain non-cancerous conditions. Radiation Therapy ensures the safe and effective delivery of radiation therapy to a patient's tumor using a linear accelerator machine. The Radiation Therapist is responsible for administering prescribed doses of radiation to specific body parts, using radiation therapy equipment, according to established practices and standards.

This is a PRN opportunity to help cover for high volume and planned or unplanned time off. There are no guaranteed hours.

Responsibilities

• Administer radiation therapy as prescribed by the physician.
• Verify prescribed treatment dose before each treatment; verify fields to be treated, and angles to be used.
• Assure placement of protective devices in order to shield otherwise healthy exposed tissue of patients.
• Simulates patients using simulator, CT scanner or other devices to accurately localize treatment areas.
• Display professional conduct essential to the well being of the radiation oncology patient.
• Maintain accurate and detailed treatment chart documentation.
• Observe the clinical progress of the patient, use clinical decision making skills to recognize and report any signs of complications.
• Adhere to radiation safety procedure protocol.
• Perform machine safety checks; know safe limits of equipment operations, and report abnormalities or inconsistencies to the Center Leader.
• Work closely with the Radiation Oncologist and the therapy team in the preparation of a treatment plan.
• Adhere to the Radiation Therapist Code of Ethics.
• Regular attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to be on call.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Ensures that all processing and reporting deadlines are consistently achieved.
• Perform any other functions as required by management.

Qualifications

• ARRT Board eligible, preferred
• ARRT Board certified, preferred
• Bachelors Degree in science, or equivalent experience, preferred
• Graduate of an accredited school of radiation therapy technology
• Certification in Radiation Therapy Technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies working knowledge in the application of concepts, principles and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks
• Works on projects of moderate scope and complexity
• Identifies possible solutions to a variety of technical problems and takes action to resolve
• Applies judgment within defined parameters
• Receives general guidance and may receive more detailed instruction on new projects
• Work reviewed for sound reasoning and accuracy

Anticipated pay range: $43.30 per hour - $61.80 per hour

Bonus eligible:No

Benefits:Paid time off in compliance with applicable laws

Application window anticipated to close: 12/28/2026

The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.