Radiation Therapist

About the job Radiation Therapist

Full-time Radiation Therapist position in Southern California

• Proximity to Palm Springs : Rancho Mirage is located just a short drive away from Palm Springs, a popular destination known for its vibrant nightlife, cultural attractions, and additional dining and shopping opportunities. This proximity allows residents to enjoy a broader range of activities and amenities.
• Luxury Living : Rancho Mirage boasts upscale residential neighborhoods and luxury homes, attracting affluent residents seeking a high standard of living. The city is known for its gated communities, private estates, and luxurious amenities.
• Health and Wellness : The area is home to numerous spas, wellness centers, and resorts that offer rejuvenating treatments and relaxation options. Residents can enjoy a focus on health and well-being amidst the serene desert environment.

Essential Responsibilities :

1. Demonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance policies, and takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violations.

2. Deliver accurate radiation therapy treatments with high technical quality using proper set-up and calculation parameters.

3. Responsible for processing and subsequent filming of orthogonal / port films prescribed by physician, obtaining port films in accordance with the department portal vision protocols.

4. Maintain and update scheduling for new patients and current treatment times, simulations, conedowns, offcord treatments, etc. Notify appropriate team members related to changes or questions.

5. Utilize proper safety procedures, body mechanics and lifting techniques when dealing with patients and equipment, reporting any malfunctions and safety incidents to director or lead therapist immediately. Ask for help when needed.

6. Simulate patients and design custom blockings. Selection and correct placement of immobilization devices, customized blocks and optimize patient comfort in a manner than can be reproduced each time.

7. Perform calculations utilizing computer to assure accuracy.

8. Maintain appropriate charges for radiation therapy.

9. Maintain a clean and neat work area (i.e., stocks supplies and linen in rooms when needed, disinfects used equipment frequently, utilizes all down time as needs arise). (Asks lead, team members and / or Director if they can help). Demonstrates good time management.

10. Daily Q.A. of treatment machines, simulator, and CT Scanner to obtain expected values and reports any deviation to physicist immediately.

11. Makes team effort to chart, check, file, stock rooms, check for supplies and is sensitive to and willing to flex out when needed.

12. Identifies and shares with Director / co-workers opportunities for improving patient and guest satisfaction.

13. Attends weekly chart rounds and actively participates when appropriate.

Required Citizenship / Work Permit / Visa Status

US Citizen / Green Card holder

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