Radiation Therapist - PMOB Radiation Oncology - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)

University of Southern California•Pasadena, CA

64d•$53 - $87

About The Position

Radiation Therapist delivers ionizing radiation as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist to restore and enhance the quality of life, eradicate or diminish disease and maintain health. The Radiation Therapist performs simulations, schedules patient treatment, and completes associated billing. The radiation therapist will be hired for the satellite radiation oncology locations and may be asked to help at any of the satellites if needed. Radiation Therapist delivers ionizing radiation as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist to restore and enhance the quality of life, eradicate or diminish disease and maintain health. The Radiation Therapist performs simulations, schedules patient treatment, and completes associated billing. This position must be flexible to cover other satellite clinics as needed and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school or equivalent
Specialized/technical training Graduate from an accredited school of Radiation Therapy Technology. New Graduates will be considered.
Specialized/technical training Completed a 2 or 4-year program in radiation therapy or a degree in radiography combined with a certificate program in radiation therapy.
Must have knowledge of basic dosimetry, MLC, CT Simulation, and IMRT.
Strong technical skills, with a work ethic that inspires others.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Certified Radiologic Technologist (CA DPH)
Radiation Therapy (ARRT)
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association
Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)

Nice To Haves

One year of experience as a Radiation Therapist.
Experience with Varian Machines, preferred Varian Truebeam
Experience with Varian EMR
Bilingual

Responsibilities

Provides Radiation Therapy services including CT Simulation and treatment delivery by contributing as an essential member of the Radiation Oncology treatment team through provision of quality care of each patient undergoing a prescribed course of treatment.
Performs skillfully in extreme, life-threatening emergencies: rapid grasp of the problem contingency management rapid matching of demands and resources in emergencies involving patient or equipment applies in treatment delivery.
Participates effectively in the Therapeutic team approach to provide optimal treatment and follows appropriate procedures for setups.
Resolves problems, disputes, complaints and criticism in a timely manner, informs that manages of any problems.
Uses ARIA and all paperless items properly, effectively, and efficiently.
Facilitates the continuity of care through the communication of information to all team members.
Coordinates and meets multiple patient needs and requests; sets priorities and helps to coordinate appointments among multiple departments.
Coordinates daily activities so as to devote complete attention to all necessary tasks involved in the treatment delivery.
Evaluates and assesses daily, the patient's physical and psychological responses to treatment and refers patients for appropriate management when indicated.
Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served (Adolescence, Adult, and Geriatric). This is to include principles of growth and development, assessment of data reflective of the patient's status, and interpretation of information to identify patient requirements relative to age specific needs.
Maintains values congruent with the profession's code of ethics and scope of practice as well as adhering to national institutional and/or departmental standards, policies and procedures regarding treatment delivery and patient care.
Maintains current state/national certifications in Radiation therapy.
Demonstrates respect for confidentiality of medical records and privileged knowledge.
Applies principles of Radiation protection at all times.
Completes all clinical competency in place annually.
Follows all policies & procedures set in place
Performs daily and periodic quality assurance checks and related results, detects equipment malfunctions and takes appropriate action.
Effectively monitors daily schedule on all modalities and makes appropriate adjustments with schedule to properly treat with proper staffing.
Completes all patient time-outs.
Effectively & efficiently communicates with Radiation Oncologist, Physics, and Supervisor involving any issues or delays.
Promotes positive interpersonal relations that contribute to high moral with the department by establishing a good working rapport with team workers.
Responds to the needs of the department by accurately performing the daily billing and assures that all procedures performed are properly accounted for.
Participates in cross training activities.
Performs other duties as assigned.