Staff Radiation Therapist

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

2d•$38 - $55•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. Sign on bonus available! (current employees of MGB not eligible) Starting pay $49.44 Who We Are: Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH) is an international leader in health care delivery. A 793-bed teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School in Boston, it is internationally renowned for excellence in patient care, groundbreaking biomedical research, and training the next generation of leading physicians and scientists. The Radiation Oncology Department at Brigham and Women’s Hospital is one of the premier radiation treatment programs in the world. We service patients from Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Dana-Farber, and Dana-Farber/Boston Children’s Hospital. Come join our dynamic team as a radiation therapist and practice at the top of your license by utilizing your expertise to deliver cutting-edge cancer care. Job Summary Primarily responsible for delivering high doses of ionizing radiation as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist; performs radiation therapy duties characterized by a greater degree of work independence and less common radiation treatments; delivers planned courses of radiation therapy; maintains accurate records; verifies records and treatments; applies principles of radiation protection; regulates radioactive material; provides special procedures; provides quality assurance support. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent with certificate in Radiation Therapy or associates degree in Radiation Therapy
Valid Massachusetts State License in Radiation Therapy
Continued employment is contingent upon obtaining valid ARRT certification within 6 months of hire date
Valid BLS certification

Responsibilities

Administers radiation therapy treatment accurately and safely, following departmental policy and procedure.
Understands the function of all equipment, accessories, treatment policies, procedures, and protocols and applies knowledge appropriately.
Assists with the triage of emergent cases and demonstrates the ability to negotiate the scheduling of emergent cases with other care team members.
Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of the principles of growth and development from all life stages, ranging from infancy to geriatric.
Utilizes the Quality Assurance (QA) program to encompass all aspects of treatment, treatment delivery, and quality patient care
Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
Educates patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment to be performed.
Demonstrates professional behavior/conduct in all interactions.
Fosters teamwork, efficient use of resources and quality patient outcomes.
Operates treatment and treatment planning equipment to include simulation in accordance with departmental policy.
Prepares treatments and administers prescribed doses in accordance with established policies.
Prepares and maintains accurate documentation.
Positions and immobilizes patients according to the treatment plan and effectively evaluates images according to standard guidelines and assists in solving set-up issues.
Works professionally and collaboratively with all members of the care team, including, Physicians, nurses, physics and dosimetry staff, medical assistants, practice assistants.
Understands the function of all equipment, accessories, treatment policies, procedures, and protocols and applies knowledge appropriately.
Performs daily QA measures to ensure proficient operation of all imaging and treatment equipment.
Demonstrates ability to accurately perform all required New Start chart checks, Cone Down chart checks, and weekly chart checks.
Attentive to patient needs and concerns by continuous monitoring of the patient’s physical and physiological response and reactions to treatment and refer patient for appropriate management as needed.
Demonstrate strong customer service skills, including the ability to use appropriate judgment, independent thinking and creativity when resolving issues and conflict.
Participates in some clinical instruction and evaluation of the Radiation Therapy students.
Other duties as assigned.
Assists the Lead Radiation Therapist in the efficient operation of the assigned clinical area.
Works with the Lead and Chief Radiation Therapist to develop new techniques and assist with emerging technology projects.
Assists with the triage and scheduling of emergent cases with other care team members
Assists with orientation, teaching, and instructing new staff and students.