Radiation Therapist I - Rad Onc - Per Diem 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union)

Keck Medicine of USC•Los Angeles, CA

12d•$59 - $100

About The Position

Radiation Therapists are clinicians on the radiation oncology team who ensure treatments are accurate and consistent with the radiation oncologist’s prescription. They assist with linear accelerators, CT scanners, and X-ray films to localize and treat anatomical structures, and precisely position patients to minimize radiation exposure to surrounding structures. Therapists maintain visual and verbal contact with patients during treatment to support safe delivery, educate patients about treatments and simulation procedures, monitor their progress, and document care in hospital medical records systems. The Radiation Therapist I role is intended for therapists with less than four years of experience in the radiation therapy field. This per-diem, non-exempt, union position is scheduled for eight-hour day shifts. The hourly pay range is $59.00–$100.30. USC considers factors including the position’s scope and responsibilities, experience, education and training, skills, internal equity, legal and contractual requirements, funding, and market and organizational considerations when making an offer.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduate of an accredited school of Radiation Therapy Technology.
Demonstrated excellent customer service behavior.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Word and internet access and use.
Ability to work effectively with physicians, staff, and patients.
Current Certified Radiologic Technologist certification (CA DPH).
Radiation Therapy certification (ARRT).
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification from the American Heart Association.
Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) is required within LA City; if the card is not held upon hire, it must be obtained within 30 days and kept current through renewal.

Nice To Haves

One year of radiation therapy experience; new graduates will be considered.

Responsibilities

Provide quality radiation therapy care as an essential member of the Radiation Oncology treatment team.
Facilitate continuity of care by communicating information to team members.
Assess patients’ physical and psychological responses to treatment daily and refer them for appropriate management when indicated.
Attend and actively participate in huddles and departmental meetings.
Provide age-appropriate care to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, applying relevant growth and development principles and assessing and interpreting patient information and needs.
Follow professional ethics and scope of practice, and comply with applicable institutional and departmental standards, policies, and procedures for treatment delivery and patient care.
Protect the confidentiality of medical records and privileged information.
Maintain current state and national radiation therapy certifications.
Participate effectively in the therapeutic team approach and follow appropriate patient setup procedures.
Coordinate daily activities and devote appropriate attention to treatment-delivery tasks.
Resolve problems, disputes, complaints, and criticism in a timely manner, and inform management of problems.
Promote positive working relationships and departmental morale.
Perform daily billing accurately and ensure all procedures are properly accounted for.
Respond skillfully to life-threatening emergencies, including quickly assessing problems, managing contingencies, and matching resources to needs involving patients or equipment.
Apply radiation protection principles at all times.
Perform daily and periodic quality assurance checks, document related results, detect equipment malfunctions, and take appropriate action.
Follow all established policies and procedures.
Use ARIA and paperless systems properly, effectively, and efficiently.
Complete all patient time-outs.
Communicate effectively and efficiently with radiation oncologists, Physics, and the Supervisor about issues or delays.
Perform other duties as assigned.