Radiation Therapist - Clinical Oncology Specialist

Adventist Health; Wallace (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Lodi Memorial in California seeks a Radiation Therapist to administer prescribed ionizing irradiation with careful patient interaction. The role requires ARRT-T registration, BLS/CPR as preferred, and state fluoroscopy permissions as applicable.

A Bachelor's in radiologic technology is preferred, with Master’s and prior radiologic experience encouraged. The incumbent will prepare treatment rooms, verify prescriptions, monitor patients, maintain charts, and supervise student

Qualifications

• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T) is required
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS) preferred
• Fluoroscopy Permit from the state of practice is preferred
• ARRT-Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T) is required
• Therapeutic Radiologic Technology Certification (TRT) is required

Responsibilities

• Delivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy by checking prescription, diagnosis chart, and patient identification.
• Explains procedures to patient and communicates during treatment; delivers prescribed daily dose while observing safety measures.
• Prepares room and equipment for patient according to prescription or simulation; transfers patient to treatment couch.
• Observes patients for unusual reactions and reports to supervisor/physician.
• Maintains records and patient charts, ensuring accuracy of blood counts and reports.
• Provides supervision and evaluates students' practical ability.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

ARRT-Radiation Therapy

CPR/BLS certification

Education

Bachelor's Degree in radiological technology

Master's Degree

Experience in radiologic technology

Job description

Adventist Health Lodi Memorial in California seeks a Radiation Therapist to administer prescribed ionizing irradiation with careful patient interaction. The role requires ARRT-T registration, BLS/CPR as preferred, and state fluoroscopy permissions as applicable.

A Bachelor's in radiologic technology is preferred, with Master’s and prior radiologic experience encouraged. The incumbent will prepare treatment rooms, verify prescriptions, monitor patients, maintain charts, and supervise student