Lead Radiation Therapist

Stony Brook Medicine; Town of Southampton (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Stony Brook Medicine seeks a Lead Radiation Therapist to manage staffing and ensure daily coverage on all treatment machines. You will work closely with the site administrator to uphold regulatory compliance and participate in QA activities.

The role requires a NYS license, ARRT/ASRT memberships, and a minimum of 3 years of experience in radiation therapy. Team leadership and training of new therapists are expected responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved program in Radiation Therapy.
• NYS License in Radiation Therapy.
• Member of ASRT and ARRT.
• Minimum 3 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a staffing schedule to ensure daily coverage of therapists on all treatment machines and work with site administrator for regulatory compliance.
• Participate in departmental committees including Peer Review and QA Committees.
• Assist in training new Therapists.
• Act as liaison between front-line radiation therapists, division leads and management on day-to-day clinical issues.

Education

Graduate of an approved program in Radiation Therapy

NYS License in Radiation Therapy

ASRT member

ARRT member

Tools

Varian Accelerators

CT simulations

ARIA system

Job description

Lead Radiation Therapist

Performance of all aspects of Radiation Therapy within the limits of professional licensure and accreditations and as part of a departmental team. The RTT will maintain and monitor all equipment in the department, including but not limited to the CT Simulator, LINAC, Laser systems, IT systems, patient positioning equipment, and patient care equipment. The RTT will maintain a safe and professional atmosphere with physicians, physicists, dosimetrists, nurses and administrative staff.

JOB DUTIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• The Lead RTT will maintain a staffing schedule to ensure daily coverage of therapists on all treatment machines and work directly with the site administrator to maintain regulatory compliance.
• Participates in departmental committees, including but not limited to Peer Review and QA Committees.
• Assist in training new Therapists.
• Act as the liaison between front‑line radiation therapists, division leads, and management on day‑to‑day clinical issues, problems, and patient complaints to the Site Administrator.

The radiation therapist must engage in programs designed to continue their professional education. A valid New York State license in Radiotherapy must be renewed biannually by the New York State Department of Health. The therapist must promote high standards of patient care as stated by the ARRT and maintain membership with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and the American Society of Radiologic Technologists. The original New York State license, registration with the ARRT, and membership in the ASRT must be provided annually upon evaluation.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of an approved program in Radiation Therapy.
• NYS License in Radiation Therapy.
• Member of ASRT and ARRT.
• Minimum 3 years of experience.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with Varian Accelerators, CT simulations and ARIA record and verify system.
• Experience performing various treatments to include SBRT, IMRT, HDR, and SRS.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• This position may require prolonged periods of standing, walking, lifting, pulling and/or positioning and transferring of patients.
• Lifts supplies and equipment, moves heavy equipment.
• Subject to Electrical and Radiation Hazards.

As part of employment at Southampton Hospital, there may be occasions when travel to other locations is needed to support operational needs.

SPECIAL NOTES

• Resume/CV should be included with the online application.
• Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke‑free environment.
• All Hospital positions may be subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.
• This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit facial hair.
• This role may be designated as “essential.” If the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital and related facilities.

ANTICIPATED PAY RANGE

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established based on relevant experience. The above salary range (or hiring range) represents SBSH’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Your total compensation goes beyond the number in your paycheck!

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Successfully complete a pre‑employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Southampton Hospital’s Employee Health Services.
• Complete electronic reference checks with a minimum of three professional references.
• Successfully complete a 4‑panel drug screen.
• Meet regulatory requirements for pre‑employment screenings.
• Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).

Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.

*The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.

EEO STATEMENT

Stony Brook Medicine is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

JOB INFORMATION

Job Number: 2602165

Job Field: Radiation

Primary Location: US-NY-Southampton

Department/Hiring Area: Phillips Family Cancer Center

Schedule: Full‑time

Shift: Day Shift

Shift Hours: 7AM‑3PM; 8AM‑4PM; 8:30AM‑4:30PM