Job Abstract

Under the direction and supervison of the Radiation Oncologist and the Chief Therapist the Radiation Therapist applies ionizing radiation to patients in accordance with the prescriptoin and instructions of the physician. The Radiation Therapist II is also responsible for simulation of treatment fields and assisting in the calculation of dose to be delivered (when required) as prescribed and supervised by the Radiation Oncologist. Qualifications. ExperienceOne year of clinical expertise with a va... more details

Overview
St. Mary’s Medical Center has been caring for the health of San Franciscans since 1857 when it was founded by eight Sisters of Mercy from Ireland. It is an accredited not-for-profit hospital located across the street from Golden Gate Park. It is a full-service acute care facility with more than 575 physicians and 1100 employees who provide high-quality and affordable health care services to the Bay Area community.Home to advanced medical practices such as the nation’s first digital cardiac catheterization laboratory innovating orthopedic and spine surgery and comprehensive rehabilitation and a state-of-the-art cancer center. St. Mary’s Medical Center is one of San Francisco’s leading hospitals offering patients a full range of outpatient and inpatient services delivered with the human touch. Strategies and business development are centered on Oncology Services Cardiac Services and Orthopedics.
Responsibilities

Under the direction and supervison of the Radiation Oncologist and the Chief Therapist the Radiation Therapist applies ionizing radiation to patients in accordance with the prescriptoin and instructions of the physician.  The Radiation Therapist II is also responsible for simulation of treatment fields and assisting in the calculation of dose to be delivered (when required) as prescribed and supervised by the Radiation Oncologist.

Qualifications

Experience

One year of clinical expertise with a variety of Radiation Oncology techniques on treatment and simulator units required

Prior experience working in a hospital based and/or long term care facility is preferred

Two to three years of experience with a minimum of 1 year in area of related field (Preferred)

Education

Associate of Science degree in Radiation Therapy technology from an accredited institution

Certification

Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist in Radiation Therapy or equivalent as recognized by the ARRT (CT ARRT).

American Heart Association Basic Life Support (CT CPRBLS).

Certified by the California Department of Public Health as a Certified Radiologic Technologist (CT CRT).

Special Skills

Exhibits clinical expertise with a variety of Radiation Oncology techniques on treatment and simulator units

Training

Complete annual safety training. Complete and maintain department specific training