Radiation Therapy Tech

Where You’ll Work

Founded in 1955, Dignity Health – Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed, acute care, nonprofit community hospital located in Northridge, California. The hospital offers a full complement of award winning services, including the Leavey Cancer Center, a cardiovascular center, stroke center, the Center for Assault Treatment Services, a pediatric medical center, and the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. As a leading provider of compassionate, high-quality and affordable patient-centered care, we share a rich legacy with Dignity Health, one of the nation’s five largest health care systems. We are part of a 21-state network of nearly 9,000 physicians, 62,000 employees and more than 400 care centers. Visit here  dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital for more information.

One Community. One Mission. One California 

Job Summary and Responsibilities

The Radiation Therapist applies ionizing radiation to the patient in accordance with the prescription, follows instructions of the Radiation Oncologist, prepares immobilization devices and/or shielding blocks for patients receiving treatment, calculates mu from appropriate graphs, and utilizes computer plans. Performs dosimetry and calibration procedures as indicated.

• Responsible for technical knowledge of Radiation Oncology.
• Responsible for upkeeping all stock and par levels in the Radiation Oncology.
• Delivers the prescribed planned course of Radiation Therapy accurately with minimal supervision.
• Checks prescription, diagnosis, and patient identification.
• Reinforces the Radiation Oncologist's advice to the patient regarding reactions to treatment and their care.
• Prepares room and equipment for patient according to prescription regarding immobilization devices, shield size, treatment distance, lead protection devices, etc.
• Transfers patient safely to treatment couch by physically assisting them, giving special care to catheters, intravenous drips, etc.
• Checks daily treatment, monitors unit setting, and delivers prescribed dose.
• Observes patient for unusual reactions and events.
• Reports reactions and events to the Department Supervisor.
• Assists patient and reports reactions and events to Radiation Oncologist and/or Manager.

 This position is represented by SEIU-UHW and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of Radiation Therapy experience preferred.
• Recent graduate of a JRCERT- approved program in Radiation Therapy. Accepted preferred.
• Completion of an ACR-approved program in Radiation Therapy
• Registered Radiation Therapy Technologist
• Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT
• CRT (state) required.
• Fluoroscopy certification required.
• AHA BLS certification required.
• Fire Safety card required. (must obtain within 90 days of start date)