Radiation Therapist I/II – Radiation Oncology
Description
Radiation Therapist I/II – Radiation Oncology (South Pasadena) (Full-Time)
Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission\: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.
Eligible for Sign on Bonus\: $10,000
Department Information – South Pasadena
The Radiation Therapist reports directly to the Director of Radiation Oncology. This person will perform treatments and simulations on a Varian 2100iX and Philips CT simulator, and works closely with the entire radiation oncology care team to ensure prompt and efficient care delivery following COH policies and procedures. This role will collaborate regularly with other staff and leadership for ongoing clinical operational awareness. New grads are encourage to apply!
As a successful candidate, you will\:
Deliver a prescribed and planned course of radiation therapy to patients of all ages.
Reinforce recommendations given to patient by healthcare professional concerning reaction to treatment and care of radiated area, prevention, or treatment of generalized and local side effects
Perform simulation procedures as prescribed by physician and assist in dosimetry procedures
Perform daily quality assurance checks on linear accelerators, reporting any variation in morning warm-up. Reports improper equipment operation to appropriate personnel