Radiation Therapist (Outpatient)- Radiation Oncology

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

Radiation Therapist (Outpatient)- Radiation Oncology

Talented Medical Solutions

Contract

In-Office | Glendale, CA, United States

Day Shift, 5 8s , 15 weeks, 1 year of experience.

Nestled between Burbank and Pasadena, Glendale is one of the area's leading healthcare providers. We are comprised of a 515-bed hospital, two urgent cares, home care services, comprehensive cardiology care, and a vast scope of services located in the San Fernando Valley. We are committed to the development and empowerment of our nurses and have received Magnet designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Glendale is known for its urban living, with easy access to dining, entertainment, shopping, amusement parks and outdoor recreation. Glendale is proud to be part of the thriving, diverse community since 1905.

Job Summary:

Administers ionizing irradiation to patients in accordance with prescriptions and instructions from department physicians.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience: Bachelor's Degree in radiological technology or equivalent (some certifications will require Bachelor's): Preferred

Master's Degree: Preferred Experience in radiologic technology: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications: Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiation Therapy (AART-T) and Certification of Therapeutic Radiology Technology (RTT): Required

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Preferred

Fluoroscopy Permit from the state of practice, Department of Health Services: Preferred

ARRT-Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T): Required

Therapeutic Radiologic Technology Certification (TRT): Required

Essential Functions:

Delivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy by checking prescription, diagnosis chart, and patient identification.

Explains procedures to patient, means of communication during treatment, and basic treatment procedure.

Delivers prescribed daily dose to patient, observing radiation safety measures for patient and personnel.

Prepares room and equipment for patient according to prescription or simulation regarding immobilization devices, etc., transfers patient to treatment couch, giving attention to the special needs of the patient.

Observes patients for unusual reactions and for signs and symptoms of developing complications during treatment, reporting reactions and complications to supervisor and department physician Maintains a variety of records, including, records of daily treatment; maintains and regularly reviews patient charts to eliminate errors and to ensure that blood counts and special reports are properly recorded.

Provides clinical supervision and evaluates students' practical ability to perform procedures.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Our facility is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.