Radiation Therapist (sign on bonus offered to new hires) CONV_87700BR

Industry: Healthcare / Health Services - Hospital Administration

Job Category: Medical / Health - Allied

Welcome to the Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of California, San Francisco. We are international leaders in the field of radiation medicine, with a history of pioneering research and technological innovations that have improved radiation treatment all over the world. UCSF is the largest university in the United States devoted to medicine and health sciences, and we are part of the University of California system of medical centers. We belong to the National Comprehensive Cancer Network; an alliance of the world's top cancer centers. The UCSF Radiation Oncology team is a driving force in radiation therapy pioneering significant advances in cancer treatment. Our primary goal is the best possible care for our patients and the most compassionate support for their families. We know that truly impactful care means carefully listening to patients, understanding their goals, needs, and detailed medical histories, to design individualized treatments because every patient is unique.

***New hires are eligible for a sign-on bonus***

Under direct supervision, the Radiation Therapist is responsible for various radiotherapy and hyperthermia treatment procedures at a technical level. Responsibilities include setting up patient for treatment, following through on specific treatment, documenting treatment performed and working with department staff for maximum efficiency of services. As a multi-campus department, staff may be required to work at other campuses as assigned following Union guidelines for scheduling. Compliance with established Medical Center Environmental Safety Policies, HIPAA Standards, Joint Commission guidelines, and House and Telephone Standards, AIDET, and department QI projects is required.

- Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Therapeutic Radiology. - Licensure by the state of California in Therapeutic Radiology. - Experience with the use of Megavoltage, supervoltage, and orthovoltage machines. - Knowledge of Simulation procedures, IORT, Radioactive implants, HDR, Brachytherapy and Hyperthermia procedures. - Graduation from an accredited radiation therapy school. - Licensure by the state of California in therapeutic radiology and certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in therapeutic radiology. - Ability to act independently, ability to exercise appropriate independent judgment regarding set-up or treatment decisions. - Excellent verbal communication skills, demonstrated ability to interact effectively with a variety of people. - Positive attitude toward teamwork concept essential.

Skills and Certifications [note: bold skills and certification are required]
Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Therapeutic Radiology
Licensure by the state of California in Therapeutic Radiology.
Experience with the use of Megavoltage, supervoltage, and orthovoltage machines.
Graduation from an accredited radiation therapy school.
Ability to act independently, ability to exercise appropriate independent judgment regarding set-up

Security Clearance Required: No

Visa Candidate Considered: No

Compensation

Base Salary - USD $170,234 to $212,099

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Full-time

Benefits - Full

Relocation Assistance Available - Possible for ideal candidate

Commission Compensation - No

Bonus Eligible - No

Overtime Eligible - No

Interview Travel Reimbursed - No

Candidate Details

2+ to 5 years experience

Seniority Level - Associate

Management Experience Required - No

Minimum Education - High School Diploma or Equivalent

Willingness to Travel - Occasionally

Ideal Candidate

Strong team player

Problem solving ability and adaptability

Ability to exercise appropriate independent judgment regarding set-up or treatment decisions.

Excellent verbal communication skills,

Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with a variety of people.

Positive attitude toward teamwork concept essential.