Radiation Therapy Tech
About The Position
Founded in 1955, Dignity Health – Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed, acute care, nonprofit community hospital located in Northridge, California. The hospital offers a full complement of award winning services, including the Leavey Cancer Center, a cardiovascular center, stroke center, the Center for Assault Treatment Services, a pediatric medical center, and the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. As a leading provider of compassionate, high-quality and affordable patient-centered care, we share a rich legacy with Dignity Health, one of the nation’s five largest health care systems. We are part of a 21-state network of nearly 9,000 physicians, 62,000 employees and more than 400 care centers. Visit here dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital for more information. One Community. One Mission. One California
Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of Radiation Therapy experience preferred.
- Recent graduate of a JRCERT- approved program in Radiation Therapy. Accepted preferred.
- Completion of an ACR-approved program in Radiation Therapy
- Registered Radiation Therapy Technologist
- Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT
- CRT (state) required.
- Fluoroscopy certification required.
- AHA BLS certification required.
- Fire Safety card required. (must obtain within 90 days of start date)
Responsibilities
- Applies ionizing radiation to the patient in accordance with the prescription.
- Follows instructions of the Radiation Oncologist.
- Prepares immobilization devices and/or shielding blocks for patients receiving treatment.
- Calculates mu from appropriate graphs, and utilizes computer plans.
- Performs dosimetry and calibration procedures as indicated.
- Responsible for technical knowledge of Radiation Oncology.
- Responsible for upkeeping all stock and par levels in the Radiation Oncology.
- Delivers the prescribed planned course of Radiation Therapy accurately with minimal supervision.
- Checks prescription, diagnosis, and patient identification.
- Reinforces the Radiation Oncologist's advice to the patient regarding reactions to treatment and their care.
- Prepares room and equipment for patient according to prescription regarding immobilization devices, shield size, treatment distance, lead protection devices, etc.
- Transfers patient safely to treatment couch by physically assisting them, giving special care to catheters, intravenous drips, etc.
- Checks daily treatment, monitors unit setting, and delivers prescribed dose.
- Observes patient for unusual reactions and events.
- Reports reactions and events to the Department Supervisor.
- Assists patient and reports reactions and events to Radiation Oncologist and/or Manager.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
