Radiation Therapist - Radiation Therapy, Hourly

Position Title

Radiation Therapist – La Jolla

Department

La Jolla Radiation Oncology

Pay

Hourly: $59.43 – $73.89 (Hiring Pay Scale). Annual Full Pay Range: $124,090 – $154,282.

Worksite

Moores Cancer Center

Appointment

Career – 80%

Schedule

Days, 8‑hour shifts, Monday‑Friday.

Filing Deadline

Mon 6/29/2026

Job Summary

Radiation Therapists perform a wide variety of technical therapeutic procedures by applying ionizing radiation from radioactive materials or generators to treat benign or malignant diseases of the body; and perform other related duties as assigned.

Duties

Discuss treatment plans and necessary simulator films with patients; place reference markings on patients’ bodies.

Review treatment procedures with patients and reinforce therapist comments on reactions to therapy; ensure communication and emergency procedures are understood.

Advise on appropriate dietary and skin‑care procedures.

Position patients for single portal, multiple portal, rotation or cross‑beam therapy, providing immobilization devices as required.

Set up equipment according to the treatment plan, verifying placement of blocks, wedges and similar devices.

Closely monitor patients for unexpected reactions and report deviations.

Record delivered dosage values on the chart, verifying these values against the prescribed treatment plan.

Calculate prescribed dosages of ionizing radiation to be delivered to patients.

Assist in preparing applicators for interstitial and intracavitary implants.

Operate simulation, radiographic and automated or manual film‑processing equipment.

Evaluate the technical quality of localization and verification portal films.

Perform minor equipment adjustments; order equipment and supplies; evaluate equipment for modification and replacement.

Minimum Qualifications

California Radiology Technologist of Radiography (CRT‑R).

Registered Technologist for Radiation Therapy issued by ARRT (R.T(T)(ARRT)).

BART or BLS at time of hire; commitment to obtain BART within six months.

Experience with daily set‑up and treatment of patients.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to articulate complex ideas for all audiences.

Self‑starter, accountable, requiring minimal direction and supervision; creative, flexible, comfortable in a large complex organization.

Highly organized with strong attention to detail; professional integrity and commitment to high standards.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in a large complex healthcare environment.

Experience with CT simulations, MU calculations, Aria, Patient Manager, Treatment and Time Planner.

Special Conditions

Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.

Position may float between Encinitas and Hillcrest up to 20% of the time.

Employment subject to criminal background check and pre‑employment physical.

Compliance

If employed, you will be required to comply with the university’s policy on vaccination programs. If applicable, life‑support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands‑on practice and in‑person skills assessment.

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer will be required to disclose any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, or filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. “Misconduct” includes violations of policies governing employee conduct at previous places of employment, including sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination. See UC’s policies such as the Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy, Anti‑Discrimination Policy, and Abusive Conduct in the Workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

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