Radiation Therapist

baystatehealth; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Excellent compensation

Full benefits package

Job summary

Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, MA, seeks a Radiation Therapist to deliver safe, high-dose ionizing radiation under the supervision of a radiation oncologist. You will collect patient data, use imaging for accurate localization, and assist in treatment planning while coordinating with the oncology team.

You will explain procedures to patients, perform quality assurance, and support simulation, immobilization, imaging, dose calculations, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Licensed radiation therapist with clinical experience.
• Strong communication and patient-care skills.
• Ability to work under supervision in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Practices radiation safety according to policy.
• Ensures proper identification of each patient and treatment site.
• Verifies radiation therapy written directive daily and administers treatments as prescribed.
• Communicates clearly: explains procedures and reassures patients.
• Performs quality assurance on equipment and documentation.
• Performs simulation, immobilization, imaging, treatment planning, and dose calculations.
• Maintains professional standards and collaborates with the care team.

Skills

Radiation therapy

Patient safety

Team communication

Education

Radiation Therapist certification

Job description

Sign-on Bonus Eligible

We are a 716-bed independent academic medical center. We are the community's major referral hospital, and we provide a wide range of services, including:

• Cancer care
• Critical care medicine
• Digestive disorder care
• Heart and vascular disease care
• Laboratory services
• Neurological disorders
• Obstetrics and gynecology care
• And care for many other injuries, illnesses, and conditions

Ranked among highest performing hospitals nationally by U.S. News & World Report
Among only 1% of hospitals to be recognized by Magnet® 4 consecutive times
Named a top 50 cardiovascular hospital by Watson Health

In addition to our outstanding care for adults, we also treat children with acute and chronic illnesses at Baystate Children's Hospital, which is located on our main Springfield campus.

For more information, please visit us online at: baystatehealthjobs.com or interact with us socially at facebook.com/BaystateCareers or on Twitter @BaystateCareers

THE ADVANTAGES OF WORKING WITH BAYSTATE! (some of these advantages may or may not apply to you)

• Excellent Compensation
• High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance
• Sign on bonus (Sign on Bonuses are paid to external hires only; not applicable for internal or company transfers, unless otherwise specified. Former employees are eligible after 1 year post separation from Baystate Health)
• Pet, home, auto and personal insurance
• Certification and continuing education reimbursement
• Nursing forgivable loan program
• 403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service.
• Life insurance
• First time homebuyer program
• Free money coach advice from a certified professional
• Reimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities, included but limited to gym memberships and equipment, personal trainer, massage and so much more!

SCHEDULE:

Full time 40 hours

Day shift

LOCATION :

Baystate Medical Center Springfield, MA

Baystate Health, western Massachusetts' only academic center and tertiary care provider has a long and proud tradition of continuous learning and improvement. We educate and train hundreds of healthcare workers every year and advance knowledge about new approaches to care. At Baystate Health we know that treating one another with dignity is what elevates respect for our patients and staff. Together our inspired and compassionate teams manage the whole health needs of all communities in need.

Summary:

The radiation therapist is responsible for the safe administration of high doses of ionizing radiation under the direct supervision of the radiation oncologist. Job responsibilities include acquiring and analyzing data in preparation for patient treatment, use of various imaging technologies for localization of the treatment area, and participation in treatment planning as prescribed by the radiation oncologist. The radiation therapist will function as a primary liaison between patients and other members of the radiation oncology team. Additionally, the radiation therapist will also assist in communication with other health care providers such as social workers and dieticians, and will remain sensitive to the needs of the patient through communication, patient assessment, patient monitoring, and patient care skills. Adheres to the accepted standards, code of ethics, and policies and procedures adopted by the profession and regulated by law. Job specifications and related duties are subject to change based on departmental requirements and medical advancements in treatment modalities.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Practices radiation safety according to policy and procedure.
2. Ensures proper identification of each patient and treatment site according to established policy and procedures.
3. Confirms radiation therapy written directive (radiation prescription) daily. Administers radiation treatments as prescribed by the radiation oncologist. Contact the manager, senior therapist, or oncologist if unsure of orders and needs clarification.
4. Communicates clearly: Explains the nature of the procedure and/or treatment in layman's terms. Answers questions and reassures the patient to alleviate fears and/or apprehension.
5. Performs quality assurance activities: Morning start-up, safety checks on all patient care equipment, maintaining visual and audible communication at all times, comprehensive chart checks, chart audits, dose verification using computer software, staff competencies, training, equipment shutdown and all other quality assurance activities as identified and required.
6. Performs clinical functions: Simulation, Fabrication of immobilization device(s), Verification of patient set-up and immobilization, Imaging, Treatment planning, Dose calculations, Validation of treatment parameters, Treatment delivery, and Documentation.
7. Ensures accurate delivery of treatm