Radiation Therapist

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Radiation Oncology Manager the Radiation Therapist and Lead Radiation Therapist for the Radiation Oncology Department in the Hoag Family Cancer Institute of Hoag Hospital organization perform localizing tumors participate in treatment planning and deliver high doses of ionizing radiation treatment to patients in accordance with prescription and instructions from Radiation Oncologists.

The Per Diem Radiation Therapist display and practice a workstyle that reflects the mission vision and values of the Department as well as the Organization. Participate in the continuous quality improvement process. Maintain a working knowledge of departmental standard operating procedures including the use of specialized instrumentation Quality Control requirements and preventive maintenance.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

Excellent communication skills; customer focused; excellent attention to detail; able to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines; strong interpersonal skills; able to work in a team environment.

Proven excellent customer services skills including the ability to progressively probe analyze identify root causes of problems provide practical solutions and negotiate resolutions.

Proficient in CT simulation techniques.

Computer skill required: proficiency in Microsoft Office Word Excel and Radiation Oncology EMR (Mosaiq).

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSURE:

Licensed by the California Department of Health Services as a Radiologic Technologist (Therapeutic).

Licensed by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist in Radiation Therapy or equivalent as recognized by the ARRT.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved by the American Heart Association.

EDUCATION:

High school graduate or equivalent

Activity

Frequency

Standing

Walking

Sitting

Lifting/Shifting 010 lbs

Lifting/Shifting 1125 lbs

Lifting/Shifting 2650 lbs

Lifting/Shifting 5175 lbs

Carrying 010 lbs

Carrying 1125 lbs

Carrying 2650 lbs

Carrying 5175 lbs

Pushing/Pulling 010 lbs

Pushing/Pulling 1125 lbs

Pushing/Pulling 2650 lbs

Pushing/Pulling 5175 lbs

Climbing

Bending/Stooping

Twisting

Reaching

Squatting/Kneeling

Activity

Yes/No

Visual acuity required

Hearing acuity required

Repetitive use of hands

Fixed neck position

Job Responsibilities that may be reassigned: List any job responsibilities that may be reassigned.

Work Environment and Hazards: List any that apply for the position: repetitive motion of hands due to heavy computer work possible exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials exposure to blood body fluids and tissue.

Office environment: exposure to paper dust toners (printers photocopy machines and fax machines).

Possible exposure to hazardous materials communicable diseases and risk of physical injury.

Repetitive use of upper extremities

Work Contact Group: List work groups the position comes in contact with: Physicians employees

Business partners patients visitors.

All hospital personnel medical staff patients families visitors and community resource personnel.

Ancillary Staff

Medical Staff

Administrative Staff