Radiation Therapist

Mass General Brigham•Dover, NH

5d•$28 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. 36 hours, 4 days per week with full time benefits including 10 paid holidays, 403b match, pension plan and 4 weeks PTO in first year. Job Summary Summary Responsible for the delivery of radiation therapy treatment as prescribed by the radiation oncologist, daily maintenance and quality assurance checks for the equipment, maintenance of the inventory of department supplies, and administrative quality assurance checks as assigned.

Requirements

Associate's Degree Radiation Therapy required or Bachelor's Degree Radiation Therapy preferred
Radiation Therapist [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred
Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred
Radiation Therapy [R.T.(T)(ARRT)] - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) preferred
Radiation Therapist [Temporary License - Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Department of Public Health-Radiation Control Program preferred
Clinical internship in a major cancer center 0-1 year preferred
Demonstrate efficient knowledge of all equipment operation, tools, and procedures specific to the assigned area, and effectively troubleshoot issues as they arise.
Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal professional relationships with physicians, management, peers, patients, and their families.
Demonstrate strong customer service skills, including the ability to use appropriate judgment, independent thinking, and creativity when resolving issues and conflicts.
Must have to ability to handle sensitive and confidential patient information.
Must be proficient in the use of the Radiation Oncology Information Systems and software and Hospital Information Systems that integrate with the Department of Radiation Oncology, including, but not limited to: ARIA, EPIC, ExacTrac, and Eclipse.

Responsibilities

Administers radiation therapy treatments accurately and safely, following departmental policies and procedures.
Positions and immobilizes patients according to the treatment plan, effectively evaluates images according to standard guidelines, and assists in resolving setup issues.
Utilizes the Quality Assurance (QA) program to encompass all aspects of treatment, treatment delivery, and quality patient care.
Demonstrate knowledge and skills to meet age-specific requirements for the population being served in their unit, including infants through elderly patients.
Ability to teach student therapists and other departmental observers.