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Radiation Therapist - Los Angeles

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Kaiser Permanente

3mo ago

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Healthcare
  • Los Angeles

Requirements

  • One year recent (within the past three years) using various radiation therapy equipment.
  • Per the National Agreement, current KP Coalition employees have this experience requirement waived.
  • License, Certification, Registration:
  • Radiologic Technologist Certification from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists OR American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certificate - Radiation Therapy Technologist from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
  • Radiologic Technologist Certificate (California)
  • Basic Life Support
  • Additional Requirements:
  • Excellent customer service skills and Team- oriented.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • Use of record and verify system and multi-leaf collimators.
  • Onboard Imaging (OBI) experience preferred.
  • Graduate of a JCERT accredited program preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Operates all CT/SIM and treatment equipment including linear accelerators and high dose rate after loading machine.
  • Performs morning check and warm-up of CT/SIM and/or accelerators.
  • Operates treatment machines as well as all patient support assemblies as well as Record and Verify system.
  • Treats patients with prescribed mode, energy, dose, and monitor units/treatment time as prescribed by a physician.
  • Performs patient set-ups as per physician prescription and according to Department Policies and Procedures.
  • Participates in a team approach to giving radiation treatments.
  • Maintains treatment records, schedules patient treatments and provides patient instructions.
  • Makes patient set-up devices, immobilization devices, and radiation field-shaping blocks.
  • Prepares patient treatment chart.
  • Exhibits standards of professional behavior appropriate to the age-specific needs of each patient.
  • Protects patients, staff, visitors, and self from unnecessary radiation exposure or injury.
  • Prevents transmission of infectious disease through adherence to infection control practices.
  • Maintains good verbal and written communication skills and works collaboratively with all staff members.
  • Exhibits excellent customer service skills.

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of a Radiation Therapist in Los Angeles?

The main responsibilities of a Radiation Therapist in Los Angeles include operating radiation therapy equipment, setting up and treating patients according to physician prescriptions, maintaining patient treatment records, providing instructions to patients, practicing radiation safety principles, practicing sterile technique, and maintaining the work area.

Who does a Radiation Therapist in Los Angeles report to?

A Radiation Therapist in Los Angeles typically reports to the Director, Technical Supervisor, and Lead Therapist.

What qualifications are required to become a Radiation Therapist in Los Angeles?

To become a Radiation Therapist in Los Angeles, one typically needs to have a degree in radiation therapy or a related field, a state license or certification, and relevant experience in the field.

What are some key skills needed to excel as a Radiation Therapist in Los Angeles?

Some key skills needed to excel as a Radiation Therapist in Los Angeles include proficiency in operating radiation therapy equipment, attention to detail, excellent communication skills, knowledge of radiation safety principles, and the ability to work effectively in a team setting.

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1945
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