Radiation Therapist

CommonSpirit Health; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 89,544 - 107,452; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health – Memorial Hospital in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Radiation Therapist to deliver prescribed radiation therapy with precision and compassion. You will position patients, operate a Varian Trilogy linear accelerator, perform QA checks, and monitor patients throughout treatment.

Requirements include graduating from an accredited radiation therapy program, RRT in CA, and current BLS certification. Preferred candidates have ARIA/IMPAC experience and HDR brachytherapy exposure.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiation therapy program.
• Registered Radiation Therapy Technologist (RRT) with CA registration.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient procedures involving patient simulation.
• Operate the Varian Trilogy linear accelerator and other radiation therapy equipment.
• Interact with the ARIA electronic oncology information management system.
• Greet patients, verify patient identification, and confirm treatment parameters.
• Prepare patients for treatment and position both patient and equipment per the plan.
• Program equipment to deliver prescribed treatment and document it accurately.

Education

Technical School Graduate of an accredited school of radiation therapy

Registered Technologist in Radiation Therapy

Registered Radiation Therapy Technologist: CA

Current BLS certification

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Radiation Therapist, you will be responsible for accurately delivering prescribed courses of radiation therapy to cancer patients, ensuring clinical precision and patient comfort. Every day you will meticulously position patients, operate sophisticated radiation equipment, perform daily quality assurance checks, and carefully monitor patients throughout treatment, providing support and clear communication. To be successful, you will demonstrate exceptional technical proficiency, meticulous attention to detail, and compassionate patient care, crucial for safe and effective cancer treatment.

• Assist with patient procedures involving patient simulation.
• Operate the Varian Trilogy linear accelerator and other radiation therapy equipment as needed.
• Interact with the ARIA electronic oncology information management system.
• Greet patients, verify patient identification, and use electronic charts to confirm radiation treatment parameters and physician prescriptions. Provide patients, family, and/or caregivers with information related to the treatment process; engage in discussion and answer questions regarding equipment and the daily visit routine to ensure understanding of the care provided throughout the course of radiation therapy.
• Prepare patients for treatment by assisting in dressing and directing/transporting them to the treatment room. Position patients and equipment in accordance with the treatment plan. Produce digital or film portal images and kV cone beam (CT‑like) images when appropriate to ensure accurate patient positioning and treatment.
• Program equipment to deliver treatment as prescribed by the physician. Work with the dosimetrist and/or physicist and administration to assure correct electronic documentation of treatment.

Job Requirements

• Technical School Graduate of an accredited school of radiation therapy.
• Registered Technologist in Radiation Therapy.
• Registered Radiation Therapy Technologist: CA.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA BLS).

Preferred

• Two (2) years of recent radiation therapy experience.
• Experience using ARIA or IMPAC, Varian and CT simulation equipment.
• HDR brachytherapy experience.

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1956, Dignity Health – Memorial Hospital is a 385‑bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Bakersfield, California. Serving nearly 100,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including heart care, maternity care, and orthopedics. The hospital has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission‑certified Primary Stroke Center, and its Lauren Small Children’s Center is the first comprehensive pediatric program in Kern County.

Pay Range

$65.57 – $77.24 /hour