Radiation Therapist (Outpatient)

Adventist Health • Lodi, CA

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About The Position

Adventist Health Lodi Memorial is a healthcare provider in San Joaquin County, offering hospital, medical office, home care, and cancer care services. The Radiation Therapist administers ionizing radiation to patients according to prescriptions and instructions from department physicians.

The role delivers prescribed radiation therapy, prepares patients and treatment rooms, explains procedures, observes patients during treatment, maintains treatment records, and provides clinical supervision and evaluation of students. Other job-related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiation Therapy (AART-T) is required.
• Certification of Therapeutic Radiology Technology (RTT) is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor per Adventist Health policy is required for the facility.
• All required vaccinations are a condition of employment and must be received annually thereafter where applicable; medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in radiological technology or equivalent; preferred, with some certifications requiring a bachelor’s degree.
• Master’s degree; preferred.
• Experience in radiologic technology; preferred.
• CPR or BLS certification from an approved vendor per Adventist Health policy; preferred.
• Fluoroscopy Permit from the state of practice, Department of Health Services; preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the prescribed course of radiation therapy by checking the prescription, diagnosis chart, and patient identification.
• Explain procedures to patients, including how to communicate during treatment and the basic treatment process.
• Deliver prescribed daily radiation doses while observing radiation safety measures for patients and personnel.
• Prepare the room and equipment according to the prescription or simulation, including immobilization devices, and transfer patients to the treatment couch while attending to their special needs.
• Observe patients for unusual reactions and signs or symptoms of developing complications, and report reactions and complications to the supervisor and department physician.
• Maintain daily treatment records and regularly review patient charts to identify errors and ensure blood counts and special reports are recorded properly.
• Provide clinical supervision and evaluate students’ practical ability to perform procedures.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed