Adventist Health

Faith-based nonprofit integrated health system

Lead Radiation Therapist

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Full-timeLos Angeles, CA, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Five years of technical experience is preferred.
Two years of leadership experience is preferred.
Registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T) and Therapeutic Radiology Technology certification (RTT) are required.
ARRT-Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T) is required.
Therapeutic Radiologic Technology Certification (TRT) is required.
Hospital Fire and Life Safety (HLFS) certification is required.
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor per Adventist Health policy is preferred.
Associates must receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable; medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Responsibilities

Assist with dosimetric calculations, treatment planning, quality assurance, and data input into the system.
Provide radiation in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the Radiation Oncologist.
Assist the department director with the day-to-day operations of the department.
Act as an expert clinician with a high level of knowledge and expertise, serving as a leader and resource to the healthcare team.
Schedule patients for treatment and operate linear accelerators and a CT scanner.
Deliver the prescribed course of radiation therapy by checking the prescription, diagnosis chart, and patient identification.
Explain procedures to patients, including communication methods during treatment and the basic treatment procedure.
Deliver the prescribed daily dose to patients while observing radiation safety measures for patients and personnel.
Manage daily patient charges for radiation therapy patients.
Supervise and perform the planning and production of immobilization devices.
Prepare the room and equipment for patients 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 during treatment, and report reactions and complications 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 properly recorded.
Provide clinical supervision and evaluate students’ practical ability to perform procedures.

Desired Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in radiation oncology or equivalent is preferred; some certifications may require a bachelor’s degree.
A master’s degree is preferred.

Centered in the heart of Boyle Heights, Adventist Health White Memorial is one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1913. We are comprised of a 353-bed hospital, three medical office buildings, residency programs, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of services located in the Los Angeles area. In 2019, Adventist Health White Memorial was recognized with the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, the nation's highest presidential honor for performance excellence. We are proud to promote wellness in the community at the local farmers market and through our community resource center with services for seniors and Spanish-speakers. Los Angeles is known for its art, rich culture, numerous sports teams and world-renowned dining. There is something for everyone in this culturally diverse city.

Job Summary:

Assists with dosimetric calculations, treatment planning, quality assurance and data input into system. Provides radiation in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the Radiation Oncologist. Assists the department director in the day-to-day operations of the department. Acts as an expert clinician who demonstrates a high level of knowledge/expertise, and is a leader/resource to the healthcare team.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in radiation oncology or equivalent (some certifications will require Bachelor’s): Preferred
Master's Degree: Preferred
Five years' technical experience: Preferred
Two years' leadership experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiation Therapy (AART-T) and Certification of Therapeutic Radiology Technology (RTT): Required
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Preferred
ARRT-Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T): Required
Therapeutic Radiologic Technology Certification (TRT): Required

Facility Specific License/Certifications:

Hospital Fire and Life Safety (HLFS): Required

Essential Functions:

Schedules patients for treatment and operates linear accelerators and CT scanner. Delivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy by checking prescription, diagnosis chart, and patient identification. Explains procedures to patient, means of communication during treatment, and basic treatment procedure. Delivers prescribed daily dose to patient, observing radiation safety measures for patient and personnel. Manages the daily patient charges for radiation therapy patients. Supervises and performs planning and production of immobilization devices.
Prepares room and equipment for patient according to prescription or simulation regarding immobilization devices, etc., transfers patient to treatment couch, giving attention to the special needs of the patient.
Observes patients for unusual reactions and for signs and symptoms of developing complications during treatment, reporting reactions and complications to supervisor and department physician
Maintains a variety of records, including, records of daily treatment; maintains and regularly reviews patient charts to eliminate errors and to ensure that blood counts and special reports are properly recorded.
Provides clinical supervision and evaluates students' practical ability to perform procedures.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

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Pay Range: The estimated base pay for this position is $62.83 to $86.18. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team for more information.

About the Company

Adventist Health

Faith-based nonprofit integrated health system

Adventist Health is a faith-based nonprofit health system with more than 400 sites of care, including 26 acute care hospitals, primarily on the West Coast and in Hawaii. It provides a full range of health services—from primary and specialty care to hospital-based treatments and wellness programs—delivered across an integrated network of clinics, hospitals, and care facilities. Revenue comes from patient services, insurance reimbursements, and government programs, and earnings are reinvested back into communities to improve health outcomes and expand access to care. The organization differentiates itself through its nonprofit, faith-based model and by reinvesting earnings into community health, along with its broad, integrated network that covers preventive, primary, specialty, and acute care. Its goal is to improve health outcomes for the communities it serves and to expand access to high-quality care.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $210K
Headquarters: Roseville, CA
Founded: Not listed

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