Senior Radiation Therapist - Part-time - Danvers

Mass General Brigham•Danvers, MA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Radiation Therapist assists in the daily operation of radiation therapy services and works with physicians and office staff to help ensure patients receive timely treatment. The role communicates effectively and supports leadership in achieving department goals. It administers radiation treatments safely and accurately, maintains knowledge of treatment equipment and procedures, contributes to quality assurance, and helps orient and instruct staff and students. The position serves patients across age groups, from infants through elderly patients, and may rotate among treatment areas. This is a part-time, onsite position at 102 Endicott Street, with 20 scheduled hours per week on the day shift. The listed pay range is $53.05–$57.59 per hour. The role requires an associate degree in Radiation Therapy and relevant licensure and certification; a bachelor's degree in Radiation Therapy is preferred.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Radiation Therapy required; experience cannot be accepted in lieu of a degree.
Radiation Therapist state license required.
Radiation Therapy certification, R.T.(T.)(ARRT), required.
3–5 years of continuous clinical experience required.
Demonstrated knowledge of equipment operation, tools, and procedures specific to the assigned area, including troubleshooting issues.
Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships with physicians, management, peers, patients, and families.
Strong customer service skills, including appropriate judgment, independent thinking, and creativity in resolving issues and conflicts.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential patient information.
Proficiency with Radiation Oncology Information Systems and integrated Hospital Information Systems, including ARIA, EPIC, ExacTrac, and Eclipse.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Radiation Therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

Administer radiation therapy treatments accurately and safely in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
Understand and appropriately apply knowledge of equipment, accessories, treatment policies, procedures, and protocols.
Work with the Lead and Chief Radiation Therapist to develop new techniques and assist with emerging technology projects.
Meet age-specific care requirements for patients from infancy through old age.
Use the Quality Assurance program to address treatment, treatment delivery, and quality patient care.
Rotate to other treatment areas and maintain the knowledge and skills needed there.
Assist with orientation, teaching, and instruction for new staff, students, visitors, and staff unfamiliar with the department or procedures.
Communicate with physicians and office staff to support timely patient treatment.
Support leadership in achieving department goals.