Senior Radiation Therapy Tech - Radiation Oncology - FT Days - 68159-1A

Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Location: Orange
Job Type:
Department: Radiation Oncology

Job Description: 

UC Title: RAD THER TCHNO SR

Position Number: 41084330

Reports to: Ambulatory Care Admin Mgr 1

Working Title: Senior Radiation Therapy Tech

Cost Center: Radiation Oncology (427150) 

Bargaining Unit: AFSCME

FLSA: Nonexempt

Date Created: 4/18/2024

Job Code: 009012

Hours: 40

Shift: Not Applicable

FTE: 1

Position Summary: 

Incumbent is responsible for daily patient treatments & procedures in the linear accelerator, NOMOS, and simulator rooms of Radiation Oncology. Incumbent is responsible for the daily scheduling of patients to ensure an efficient use of the available time slots. Schedules and takes port films on all patients, reviews results with physicians, documents findings, and makes necessary corrections.  Responsible for reviewing treatment plan, dosimetry and treatment chart before initial patient treatment.  Responsible for the correct operation of radiation therapy equipment, automatic film processors and quality control equipment. Responsible for daily documentation of patient treatment. Responsible for accurate billing of patient. Responsible for notifying physician of any concerns in regard to patient condition during treatment course. Responsible for notifying physicist of any equipment problems in a timely manner. Maintains films and medical records, including purging of files. CaRries out and records orders as required by physician prescriptions

Total Compensation

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our: 

Compensation practices (https://www.hr.uci.edu/partnership/totalrewards/compensation.php) and 

Benefits (https://careersucirvine.ttcportals.com/pages/benefits). 

Salary Range: 

Hourly Rate  Minimum   $62.59                  Midpoint              $70.19               Maximum $77.79

Required Qualifications:

A minimum of one year experience working as a Radiation Therapist

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System

Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload

Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Ability to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays

Proven ability to safely and accurately operate radiation therapy equipment, linear accelerators, simulators and computers

Demonstrated knowledge of radiation oncology procedures, radiation physics, radiobiology, radiation protection, anatomy and positioning

Ability to safely and accurately operate the radiation therapy equipment, linear accelerators, simulators and computers

Must possess ARRT/CRT in Radiation Therapy

Ability to maintain flexibility and work well in a constantly changing environment

Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties

Current BLS certification

Ability to work “on-call” rotation

Preferred Qualifications: 

Experience in computer informatics/networking associated with radiation oncology practices

Bilingual skills in English and Spanish and/or Vietnamese

Knowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and forms

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Legal Right to Work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php 

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. 

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI’s Employee Experience Center (EEC) at [email protected] or at (949) 824-0500, Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Physical, Mental, & Environmental Demands

To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.