Radiation Therapist I/II - Radiation Oncology

City of Hope; South Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 109,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Hope’s Radiation Oncology team in South Pasadena is hiring for a Radiation Therapist I/II (Per Diem, Days). You will administer prescribed radiation therapy and perform simulations on advanced equipment, collaborating with the oncology team to ensure precise, compassionate patient care.

New grads encouraged to apply. California licensure in Radiation Therapy and ARRT-CRT credential are required, with CPR/BLS training and a strong patient-first approach.

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent with vocational training in radiation therapy.
• State license by California Department of Health (Certified in Radiation Therapy).
• ARRT certification in Radiation Therapy (CRT).
• BLS or CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver prescribed and planned radiation therapy to patients of all ages.
• Explain and reinforce care instructions and manage side effects.
• Perform simulation procedures and assist in dosimetry.
• Conduct daily QA on linear accelerators and report equipment issues.

Skills

BLS CPR

Education

High School or equivalent; Vocational Training in Radiation Therapy

Post High School Radiation Therapy Education Program

Job description

Radiation Therapist I/II – Radiation Oncology (South Pasadena) (Per Diem) (Days)

Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, andtreatment facilitiesin Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.

Department Information – South Pasadena

The Radiation Therapist I reports directly to the Director of Radiation Oncology. This person will perform treatments and simulations on a Varian 2100iX and Philips CT simulator, and works closely with the entire radiation oncology care team to ensure prompt and efficient care delivery following COH policies and procedures. This role will collaborate regularly with other staff and leadership for ongoing clinical operational awareness. New grads are encourage to apply!

As a successful candidate, you will:

• Deliver a prescribed and planned course of radiation therapy to patients of all ages.
• Reinforce recommendations given to patient by healthcare professional concerning reaction to treatment and care of radiated area, prevention, or treatment of generalized and local side effects
• Perform simulation procedures as prescribed by physician and assist in dosimetry procedures
• Perform daily quality assurance checks on linear accelerators, reporting any variation in morning warm-up. Reports improper equipment operation to appropriate personnel

Your qualifications should include:

• High School or equivalent; Post High School Vocational/Specialized Training in an accredited Radiation Therapy Education Program
• Licensed by the California State Department of Health (Certified in Radiation Therapy)
• Certification by the ARRT – in Radiation Therapy CRT
• BLS or CPR
• Hourly Per Diem Rate
• <3 years of RT experiences: $72.1462/hr
• >3 years of RT experiences: $79.1681/hr

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location. City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.