Radiation Therapist, 40hr - Days

Winchester Hospital; Winchester (MA); On-site; USD 6,475,000 - 8,715,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Massachusetts seeks a Radiation Therapist to ensure quality patient care and safety. You will administer ionizing radiation per prescription, verify consent, and position patients accurately for treatment.

Qualified candidates are graduates of an accredited Radiation Therapy Program with ARRT registry eligibility. MA DPH temporary license is required with full licensure within 12 months; CPR/Life Support certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy Program.
• ARRT registry eligible; must obtain ARRT certification within 12 months of hire.
• Temporary MA DPH license required with permanent license within 12 months.
• CPR certification preferred; LIFE SUPPORT certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Administer ionizing radiation therapy per prescription and physician instruction.
• Verify informed consent and patient identification.
• Ensure accurate positioning and patient comfort.
• Check calculations prior to treatment and daily dose comparison.
• Deliver prescribed radiation with minimal supervision per center protocols.
• Maintain treatment room and equipment; assist in immobilization and dosimetry procedures.
• Provide guidance to new staff and ensure professional conduct.

Skills

Communication skills

Physics knowledge

Anatomy & Physiology

Equipment maintenance

Radiation therapy procedures

Tattoo techniques

Education

Radiation Therapy Program graduate

Associate's degree

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Multi-leaf collimator

Block making

Dosimetry procedures

Job description

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 must ensure quality patient care and maintain the highest level of patient and personnel safety. Job Description: QUALIFICATIONS Education Required: Must be a graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy Program Education Preferred: Associates or Bachelor’s Degree Experience Preferred: Six months Radiation Oncology Therapy experience or equivalent clinical experience obtained through completion of a Radiation Therapy Program Other Skills/Knowledge Required: Trained in equipment maintenance General understanding of Physics, Anatomy and Physiology Excellent communication skills

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS

• Required: Registry eligible for ARRT. Must obtain ARRT certification within 12 months of hire. Must be at a minimum Temporarily Licensed by the State of Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MA DPH) and obtain a permanent License within 12 months of hire
• Preferred: LIFE SUPPORT CERTIFICATION REQUIRED: certified in CPR.

JOB FUNCTIONS

• The Technologist should inform the patient that s/he will be responsible for administering ionizing radiation therapy according to prescription and instruction of the radiation oncologist.
• Check that informed consent has been completed.
• Check patient identification verbally as well as picture form.
• Check calculations prior to treatment including IMPAC.
• Accurate positioning and patient comfort.
• Therapist should maintain visual and verbal contact with the patient.
• Therapist is responsible for delivering treatment in accordance with center's protocols.
• Accurately delivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy with minimal supervision after checking patient chart for daily dose, prescription, diagnosis and consent.
• Prepares treatment room for each patient as prescribed; transfer patient safely to treatment couch.
• Maintains skin marking as necessary.
• Knowledgeable in the tattoo techniques.
• Observes patient for unusual reactions and events and reports occurrence to Radiation Oncologist or Nurse: assist in emergency treatment as needed.
• Monitors radiation safety measures for patients and personnel.
• Assist in daily quality assurance checks on treatment equipment: immediately reports erratic machine operation to Chief Therapist.
• Assist in tumor localization and the preparation of immobilization devices: assists in dosimetry procedures.
• May assist physics in block making and calibration.
• Knowledgeable in use of multi-leaf collimator.
• Maintains orderliness and efficiency of work area.
• Maintains department records correctly: records daily treatment chart accurately as prescribed.
• Performs patient quality assurance routinely.
• Keeps treatment and simulation rooms supplied with inventory as needed.
• Presents him/herself in a professional manner and dress at all times in the work place.
• Assist in orientation of new employees.
• Provides technical direction, guidance and explanation to others.

PAY RANGE

Pay Range: $47.00 - $63.26 The 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.

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.