Radiation Therapist Lead

Sutter Health; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 119,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Sutter Health is seeking an experienced Radiation Therapy Supervisor to oversee the radiotherapy team at PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation SCD. The role ensures efficient workflow, safety, and accurate treatment delivery while coordinating staff and procedures under regulatory standards.

Ideal candidates bring extensive experience in radiation therapy, strong communication skills, and proficiency with RIS/LIS/EHR systems to support high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Radiation Therapy Program.
• ARRT Radiography, RHTT, or RHA certifications as applicable.
• BLS Healthcare Provider certification.
• 8 years of recent relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the team and coordinates staffing and work assignments.
• Directs policies to streamline workflow and enhance safety.
• Oversees timely delivery of accurate radiation treatments.
• Maintains and operates radiation therapy equipment and ensures PHI privacy.

Skills

Radiation therapy

Trauma response

Communication

Time management

PHI privacy

EHR systems

PACS

Microsoft Office

Education

Radiation Therapy Program

ARRT Radiography

RHTT

RHA

BLS Healthcare Provider

Tools

RIS

LIS

EHR

EPIC

PACS

Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation SCD

Position Overview:

Supervises, organizes and coordinates the overall operation of the team, including staffing and work assignments. Directs, implements and updates policies, procedures and protocols to streamline workflow, improve efficiency, and strengthen radiation protection/safety measures. Ensures the timely delivery of accurate radiation treatments and oversees the efficient maintenance and operation of all radiation therapy equipment. Serves as the liaison between department and staff, physicians, patients, family and other hospital staff. Routinely performs all duties of a lower level staff, as needed. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.

Job Description

Education:

Other: Graduation from an accredited Radiation Therapy Program

Certification & Licensure:

• ARRT - Radiography - American Register of Radiologic Technologists
• RHTT-Therapeutic Radiologic Technology by the Radiologic Health Branch
• OR RHA-Diagnostic and Therapeutic Radiologic Technology by the Radiologic Health Branch
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Typical Experience:

8 years of recent relevant experience.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Demonstrated specialized expertise in radiation therapy principles, procedures, views, and equipment, including significant experience responding to traumas, code blues, medical alerts, STAT calls, and various hospital emergencies.
• Proficient in performing radiation treatment with an in-depth understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology so as to recognize, prioritize and communicate suspicious and potential abnormalities.
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• Time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline.
• Broad knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) and related information systems (Radiology (RIS), laboratory (LIS), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and picture archive and communication system (PACS).
• Prioritize and delegate assignments based on experience, procedures, policies, and best practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Work autonomously, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Identify and analyze data to solve problems that arise with little or no precedent.
• Analyze workflow/processes and propose improvements or solutions that improve the efficiency of the team
• Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).
• Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

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Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

Occasionally

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $86.08 to $120.50 / hour

The posted pay range is based on the position’s primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.