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PIH Health Whittier Hospital
Radiation Therapist, Per Diem
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What they do
A Radiation Therapist uses radiation therapy to treat cancer and other diseases. Works in cancer treatment centers in collaboration with oncologists (physicians who specialize in cancer treatment) and other specialists.
$107,016 / year median in California
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Will administer radiation treatments and document appropriately. Performs quality assurance procedures per policy and monitors patients for potential reactions. PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network is comprised of PIH Health Downey Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, 37 outpatient medical office buildings, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women's health, urgent care and emergency services. The organization is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care and patient experience, and the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has identified PIH Health as one of the nation's top hospital systems for best practices, cutting-edge advancements, quality of care and healthcare technology. For more information, visit PIHHealth.org or follow us on Facebook , Twitter , or Instagram . Required Skills Knowledge of different treatment techniques and positioning. Communication skills. Technical skill in operation of therapeutic equipment. Basic understanding of physics and radiation safety. Ability and knowledge to work with patients ages adolescence through elderly.