Radiation Therapist II

Huntington Health; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 75,547 - 115,208; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Health in Pasadena is seeking a dedicated Radiation Therapist II to provide daily cancer treatment to patients, ensuring quality expectations and customer service.

The position requires an Associate's Degree in Radiation Therapy, a minimum of five years of experience, and current certifications in Radiologic Technology and Basic Life Support. The role involves working with advanced treatment equipment while maintaining accurate documentation and addressing patient concerns.

Compensation varies with an estimated base pay of $54.84 - $83.63 per hour and a comprehensive benefits program.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience as a Radiation Therapist.
• Current Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) certification required.
• BLS certification by American Heart Association required.

Responsibilities

• Provides daily treatments for cancer patients.
• Documents necessary treatment information.
• Addresses patient concerns formally.

Skills

Knowledge of computers

Anatomy

Physiology

Linear accelerators

Isolation procedures

Education

Associate's Degree in Radiation Therapy Technology

Tools

Linear accelerators

Simulation equipment

Job description

Expectations

Under limited supervision and as assigned by the Physicist, Chief Therapist or Manager, provides discernible leadership to therapist staff regarding maintaining department quality expectations and customer service. Provides daily treatments for cancer patients. Positions patients and adjusts equipment for daily treatment dose delivery in a safe and effective manner. Documents necessary and verifiable information pertaining to daily treatments. Formally addresses patient concerns. Maintains a neat and orderly assigned work area. This position may require flexibility of hours.

Education

Associate's Degree or Graduate from an approved AMA school of Radiation Therapy Technology required.

Experience/Training

Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Radiation Therapist, preferably working in the area to be assigned.

Licenses/Certifications

• Current Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) issued by California Department of Public Health (CDPH)
• Current Basic Life Support Provider (BLS) issued by American Heart Association
• Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

Preferred Licenses/Certifications

• Current Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) Fluoroscopy Permit issued by California Department of Public Health (CDPH)

Skills

Knowledge of computers, anatomy, physiology, linear accelerators, simulator, treatment planning and equipment, body mechanics, isolation procedures, and standard precautions.

Job Information

• Job Title: Radiation Therapist II
• Department: Rad-Therapeutic
• Shift Duration: 8
• Primary Shift: Days
• Time Type: Full time
• Location: 100 W California Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105
• Pay Range: The estimated base rate for this position is $54.84 - $83.63. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions.