Mercy Medical Center Merced·Merced, California
The Radiation Therapist will meticulously deliver prescribed radiation therapy using linear accelerators, ensuring accuracy and therapeutic effectiveness while providing compassionate patient support throughout their cancer treatment journey. Responsibilities include patient education, monitoring side effects, maintaining treatment records, and performing daily quality assurance checks on equipment.
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Job Summary and Responsibilities As a Radiation Therapist, you will be a central figure in the oncology care team, meticulously delivering prescribed courses of radiation therapy to cancer patients, ensuring accuracy and therapeutic effectiveness.
You will play a vital role in providing compassionate care, supporting patients through their treatment journeys, and contributing directly to their fight against cancer.
Every day, you will expertly operate linear accelerators and other radiation therapy equipment, accurately positioning patients and carefully administering radiation treatments according to the physician's prescription and treatment plan.
You will also provide essential patient education and psychological support, monitor patients for side effects, maintain meticulous treatment records, and perform daily quality assurance checks on equipment, all while strictly adhering to safety protocols and regulatory guidelines.
To be successful in this role, you will combine a nationally recognized certification/licensure in Radiation Therapy, a profound understanding of radiation physics and oncology as it applies to treatment delivery, and exceptional attention to detail.
You will demonstrate strong communication skills, a compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care, and thrive in a dynamic, high-acuity environment dedicated to delivering high-quality, precise cancer treatment.
Ensuring the deliver of specific prescribed radiation treatment procedures Use of photon and electron beams Performance of simulation procedures, dosimetry, calculations, and delivery of ionizing readiation 10% Sign On Bonus for Qualified External Candidates Job Requirements Required Must possess and maintain a current Therapeutic Radiology license issued by the state of California (RRTT) Must possess and maintain one of the following certificates: Current Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT (RTR), or Registered Technologist Bone Densitometry (RTBD), or Registered Technologist Computed Tomography (RTCT), or Registered Technologist Cardio Interventional Radiography (RTCV), or Registered Technologist Mammography (RTM), or Registered Technologist Magnetic Resonance Imaging (RTMR), or Registered Technologist Nuclear Medicine Technology (RTN), or Registered Technologist Quality Management (RTQM), or Registered Technologist Radiation Therapy (RTT), or Registered Technologist Vascular Interventional Rad (RTVI), or Registered Technologist Vascular Sonography (RTVS) Must possess and maintain a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate Demonstrated skill in the use of radiation therapy equipment, including linear accelerators, simulators, dosimetry systems, and block cutting tools Preferred Three (3) years supervisory experience in radiation oncology Communicate effectively both orally and in writing to diverse groups and individuals Plan organize and control the work of others Delegate responsibilities effectively Exercise good judgment and tact in providing strong leadership guidance and assistance Knowledge of state and federal regulations and (Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations) JCAHO standards Please be advised that this location requires quarterly American Heart Association (AHA) Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) competency certification post-hire.
This ongoing competency is required through resources internal to the facility; outside RQI competency resources are not acceptable for CommonSpirit Health compliance requirements. #LI-DH
Candidates must possess nationally recognized certification/licensure in Radiation Therapy, demonstrate experience with radiation therapy equipment like linear accelerators, and hold a current Basic Life Support - CPR certification. Preferred qualifications include 3 years of supervisory experience in radiation oncology, along with strong communication and leadership skills.
Market context
California employers typically look for radiation therapists with current ARRT certification, a valid state radiation therapy license, and graduation from an accredited radiation therapy program. These roles can be competitive because facilities often distinguish between entry-level and senior titles by experience, so matching your background to the posted level matters. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your license status and tailor your application to the exact RTT level.
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