Radiation Therapist (Outpatient)

Adventist Health • Lodi, CA

4d • $62 - $92

About The Position

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

The role delivers prescribed radiation therapy, prepares patients and treatment spaces, monitors patients for reactions or complications, and maintains treatment records. It also includes clinical supervision and evaluation of students' practical ability to perform procedures, along with other job-related duties as assigned. Associates must receive required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter where applicable; medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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.
• Associates must receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter where applicable; medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Deliver prescribed radiation therapy by checking the prescription, diagnosis chart, and patient identification.
• Explain procedures, communication methods during treatment, and basic treatment steps to patients.
• Deliver prescribed daily 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 them to the supervisor and department physician.
• Maintain daily treatment records and regularly review patient charts to eliminate errors and ensure blood counts and special reports are recorded.
• 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