radiation therapy spec 1 - Loma Linda, CA, United States - Loma Linda University Medical Center

Description

UH:
Proton Therapy (Full-time, Varied Shift)

Recruitment Incentive Bonus:
may be eligible for a recruitment incentive bonus based on eligibility requirements.

Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility, integrity, justice, teamwork and wholeness.

The Radiation Therapy Specialist One (1) performs age-specific (infant, toddler, preschooler, school-age, adolescent, young adult, middle adult, later adult) therapeutic radiation procedures as ordered by a physician to assist in the treatment of cancer patients.

Performs any combination of the following duties depending on the assigned area. Performs other duties as needed.

• Associate's Degree or completed a certificate program in Radiation Therapy from a JCERT approved school required. No experience is required.
• Therapists must possess: National ARRT in Radiation Therapy; California State (CRT) in Radiation Therapy, current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Must be able to provide board certification (ARRT and CRT) within 90-days of hire.

Knowledge of accurate placement of custom blocking devices and subsequent alignment with marked patient anatomy, computer data input, manipulate hand pendant/motorized table control panels


Able to:

read; write legibly; speak in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality; use computer and software programs necessary to the position; troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment.

Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate; accept direction.

Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think critically; work independently with minimal supervision; perform basic math functions; manage multiple assignments effectively; work well under pressure; problem solve; organize and prioritize workload; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail.

Able to distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place/patient care; see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents necessary to position; discern temperature variances through touch.