Radiation Therapist Per Diem

Huntington Health; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 76,181 - 108,816; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

Additional compensation for extra shifts

Job summary

Huntington Health in Pasadena is seeking a Radiation Therapist Per Diem to provide daily treatments for cancer patients. This role requires the ability to position patients and adjust equipment efficiently while recording essential treatment information.

Candidates must have an Associate's Degree in Radiation Therapy Technology, a minimum of one year of experience, and current CRT and BLS certifications. The position is part-time and offers various compensations based on experience and performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Radiation Therapist.
• Current Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) certification required.
• Current Basic Life Support Provider (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provides daily treatment for cancer patients.
• Positions patients and adjusts equipment for proper daily dose.
• Records necessary information pertaining to daily treatment and patient concerns.

Skills

Knowledge of computers

Anatomy

Physiology

Linear accelerators

Simulators

Brachytherapy

Treatment planning

Body mechanics

Isolation procedures

Education

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

Job description

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Expectations

Under limited supervision and as assigned by the Coordinator, provides daily treatment for cancer patients. Positions patients and adjusts equipment for proper daily dose and operations. Records necessary information pertaining to daily treatment and patient concerns. Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly condition. Use of computers. 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 one (1) year of experience as a Radiation Therapist, preferably working in the area to be assigned preferred.

Licenses/Certifications – Required

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

Licenses/Certifications – Preferred

• Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
• Current Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) Fluoroscopy Permit issued by California Department of Public Health (CDPH)

Skills

Knowledge of computers, anatomy, physiology, linear accelerators, simulators, high dose rate brachytherapy, moderate understanding of treatment planning, knowledge of equipment, body mechanics, isolation procedures and standard precautions.

Job Title: Radiation Therapist Per Diem

Department: Rad-Therapeutic

Shift Duration: 8

Primary Shift: Days

Time Type: Part time

Location: 100 W California Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105

Pay Range: The estimated base rate for this position is $55.30 - $78.99. 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.