Radiation Therapist

IHA; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Benefits

Health Insurance Coverage

Starting Day 1

Job summary

Trinity Health Of New England is seeking a Radiation Therapist to assist the Radiation Oncologist by treating patients with prescribed dose of ionizing radiation using specialized equipment.

The role includes preparing treatment rooms, positioning patients, administering treatments, and monitoring during sessions. It requires graduation from an approved Radiation Therapy program and ARRT eligibility with licensure within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved program in Radiation Therapy.
• Board eligible by the ARRT or 1 year experience.
• Board eligible for registry by the ARRT. Must have graduated from accredited program and then has 90 days to present evidence of licensure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment room, position patients, and administer prescribed radiation treatments. Monitor patients during therapy sessions to ensure comfort and observe changes in patient’s condition.
• Demonstrates courteous, confidential patient care and maintains a professional image with patients, visitors, and staff.

Skills

Radiation therapy

Education

Graduation from an approved program in Radiation Therapy

Job description

Position Purpose

Assists Radiation Oncologist by treating patients with prescribed dose of ionizing radiation supplied and controlled through specialized radiation equipment.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

Assists Radiation Oncologist by treating patients with prescribed dose of ionizing radiation supplied and controlled through specialized radiation equipment.

What You Will Do

• Prepares treatment room, explains procedures to patients, positions patients and administers treatments. Monitors patients during therapy sessions to ensure patients’ comfort and to observe changes in patient’s condition. Responsibilities are according to policies and procedures.
• The ideal candidate will display a commitment to courteous, sincere, and sensitive customer service. Incumbent will present a positive and caring attitude in all interactions with patients, visitors, and staff. Demonstrates patience, tolerance, and accepts diversity. Presents a positive image of themselves and of the hospital in all personal and telephone interactions. Maintains strict patient and family confidentiality.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from an approved program in Radiation Therapy
• Experience: Board eligible by the ARRT or 1 year experience
• Licensure: Board eligible for registry by the ARRT. Must have graduated from accredited program and then has 90 days to present evidence of licensure.

Position Highlights And Benefits

• Rotating Shifts - Differentials will apply!
• Full time 32/hours per week
• Great Benefits and Health Insurance Coverage - Starting Day 1
• Must take call.

Ministry/Facility Information

Trinity Health Of New England is an integrated health care delivery system that is comprised of world‑class providers and facilities dedicated to full spectrum preventative, acute, and post-acute care. We aim to deliver top level care to increase our community's overall health at lower costs. While we serve nearly 3 million people, we are proud to be a part of a national system that focuses on putting our patients first and having the best colleagues to do so.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.