Radiation Therapy Technologist — Precision Cancer Care

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 159,975 - 195,526; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego is hiring a Radiation Therapy Technologist to carry out technical procedures involving ionizing radiation to treat diseases. Responsibilities include working with oncologists and patient monitoring to ensure safe treatment. Candidates must possess California licenses for Radiology and Radiation Therapy, alongside strong communication skills and professionalism.

The role involves collaboration in a large healthcare organization, and applicants should be ready to work varied hours across clinics in La Jolla and Encinitas.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with daily set-up and treatment of patients.
• Must possess personal characteristics of professionalism, credibility, and accountability.
• Self-starter with minimal supervision and able to work in a complex organization.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of therapeutic procedures using ionizing radiation.
• Confer with Radiation Oncologists and Dosimetrists regarding treatment plans.
• Monitor patients for unexpected reactions and document treatment.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Professionalism

Accountability

Education

California Radiology Technologist - Radiography (CRT-R) license

Registered Technologist for Radiation Therapy license (R.T (T) (ARRT))

Tools

Aria

VARIAN treatment technology

Job description

UC San Diego is hiring a Radiation Therapy Technologist to carry out technical procedures involving ionizing radiation to treat diseases. Responsibilities include working with oncologists and patient monitoring to ensure safe treatment. Candidates must possess California licenses for Radiology and Radiation Therapy, alongside strong communication skills and professionalism.

The role involves collaboration in a large healthcare organization, and applicants should be ready to work varied hours across clinics in La Jolla and Encinitas.