Chief Radiation Therapist - El Segundo

General Information

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Work Location: El Segundo, CA, USA Onsite or Remote Fully On-Site Work Schedule Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm Posted Date 11/14/2025 Salary Range: $55.7 - 126.72 Hourly Employment Type 2 - Staff: Career Duration Indefinite Job # 26981

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

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The Chief Radiation Therapy Technologist plays a key leadership role in ensuring the highest standards of technical excellence, patient care, and departmental operations within the Radiation Oncology Department. Under the general direction of the Clinical Director, Chief of Clinical Physics, and Medical Director, you will oversee daily clinical operations across external beam treatments, CT/MR simulation, and brachytherapy (if applicable).

As a working Chief Therapist, you will provide both hands-on clinical expertise and strong leadership to a dedicated team of radiation therapists and student trainees. You will supervise treatment delivery, patient scheduling, equipment operations, and the performance of complex therapeutic procedures in accordance with physician prescriptions.

In this role, you will guide the development and monitoring of quality assurance programs, collaborate closely with treatment planning teams, and ensure efficient workflow across all technical services. You will also support essential administrative functions, including performance improvement initiatives, coordination with billing teams, chart rounds, and other operational responsibilities that contribute to a safe, high-quality patient experience.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced, motivated radiation therapy professional to lead a skilled team, shape departmental practices, and make a meaningful impact on patient care through both leadership and clinical practice.

Salary: $55.70 – $126.72 hourly

Job Qualifications

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Required: 

• ARRT License
  
• CRT License
  
• 5 or more years radiation therapy experience
  
• BLS/CPR from American Heart Association or American Red Cross
  
• Skill in working with different types of treatment machines such as MR Scanner, CT Scanner, HDR units and Linear Accelerators and ability to recognize when hazardous conditions may exist.
• Ability to deal with the pressures of a critical care area.
  
• Skill in prioritizing assignments