Radiation Therapist 40 Hours Days

Beth Israel Lahey Health, Inc.; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 52,348 - 77,793; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Massachusetts seeks a Radiation Therapist to deliver high-quality patient care. The role involves administering radiation treatments, maintaining patient records, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Candidates must have an accredited degree, ARRT certification, and 1-2 years of experience. This position offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus and a pay range between $38.00 and $56.47 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Must be registered by the ARRT (T) in Radiation Therapy.
• Must be licensed by the State of Massachusetts Department of Public Health.
• 1-2 years experience required.

Responsibilities

• Delivers prescribed radiation therapy treatments.
• Administers medication under physician's direction.
• Maintains patient records and logs daily treatments.

Skills

Knowledge of radiation physics

Patient communication

Documenting treatments

Education

Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy Program

Tools

ARIA

IDX

Job description

Radiation Therapist 40 Hours Days page is loaded## Radiation Therapist 40 Hours Dayslocations: Lahey Medical Center Peabody: Lahey Hospital and Medical Centertime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR91912**When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.**The Radiation Therapist performs according to the policies, philosophy and objectives of the Radiation Oncology Department and the hospital. Works cooperatively with the department and other services to create a system of quality health care. The Radiation Therapist role is now eligible for a $5,000 sign on bonus. Important Details: Bonuses are paid out in 3 payments: $1,666 at 30 days of hire, $1,667 at 6 Months of Hire, and $1,1667 at 1-Year of Hire. To be eligible, you must be a non-BILH employee or a previous eligible employee who returns to BILH after 1 year. Any part-time positions will be pro-rated based off the full-time bonus amount. Employee must be in good standing to receive the bonus at the time of payment. Per Diem roles are not eligible. All bonuses are subject to applicable taxes. If you leave Lahey Health & Medical Center before your first anniversary you will pay back the sign-on bonus to Lahey Health & Medical Center. This program is subject to change at any point.**Job Description:****Essential Duties & Responsibilities including but not limited to:*** Applies principles of basic radiation physics interactions and protection.* Delivers accurately the prescribed planned course of radiation therapy treatment.* Checks prescription, diagnosis, chart and patient identification.* Administers prescribed or advised by a physician, ointments, drops or lotions specific to the Radiation Therapy.* Explains procedures to patients and means of communication during treatment.* Prepares room and equipment for patient according to patient set up.* Maintains and logs daily treatments in the patient’s records paper chart and ARIA.* Possesses knowledge of scheduling and billing procedures proficient in IDX, ARIA, LCMC.* Utilizes QA programs to encompass all aspects of treatment delivery.* Understands the function of equipment, accessories and treatment methods.* Maintains and provides annual documentation of required CEC credits for licensure.* Participates in the clinical instruction of the RTT students.* Incorporates Lahey Clinic Guiding Principles, Mission Statement and Goals into daily activities.* Complies with all Lahey Clinic Policies.* Complies with behavioral expectations of the department and Lahey Clinic.* Maintains courteous and effective interactions with colleagues and patients.* Demonstrates an understanding of the job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment.* Demonstrates a commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to Customer Service standards.* Participates in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities.* Participates in and successfully completes Mandatory Education.* Performs all other duties as needed or directed to meet the needs of the department.**Minimum Qualifications:*** Education: Must be a graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy Program.* Licensure, Certification, Registration: Must be registered by the ARRT (T) in Radiation Therapy. Must be licensed by the State of Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MA DPH)* Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: In the absence of any of these skills, demonstrates the ability to be thoroughly trained to meet organizational standards.* Experience: 1-2 years experience required.**Pay Range:**$38.00 - $56.47The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.## As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.## More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.## Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled## At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs. Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging.## We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life. While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.