Radiation Therapist II

Radiation Therapist

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization: PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation PAD

Position Overview: Varied 8 hour day shifts that may fall between clinic hours of 7:30 am and 5 pm. Multiple Locations: This position requires travel and coverage between the Sunnyvale and Palo Alto PAMF locations, as needed.

Job Description:

EDUCATION:

• Graduation from an accredited Radiation Therapy Program

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

• ARRT - Radiography - American Register of Radiologic Technologists
• RHTT-Therapeutic Radiologic Technology by the Radiologic Health Branch OR RHA-Diagnostic and Therapeutic Radiologic Technology by the Radiologic Health Branch
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

• 2 years recent relevant experience

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• General knowledge of radiation therapy principles, procedures, views, and equipment, including some experience responding to traumas and various hospital emergencies.
• Capable of performing routine radiation treatment and simulations as well as a basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) and related information systems (Radiology (RIS), laboratory (LIS), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and picture archive and communication system (PACS).
• Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Ensure the privacy of each patient's protected health information (PHI).
• Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Job Shift: Days

Schedule: Full Time

Shift Hours: 8

Days of the Week: Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements: None

Benefits: Yes

Unions: No

Position Status: Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours: 40

Employee Status: Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $78.08 to $109.30 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health's comprehensive total rewards program.