Radiation Therapist - Make a Difference in Oncology Care

Beth Israel Lahey Health; United States; On-site; USD 66,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Radiation Therapist to deliver prescribed radiation therapy under supervision, ensuring accuracy and patient safety in a dynamic clinical setting.

Clinicians collaborate with the Cancer Services team, adhering to hospital policies while contributing to quality care, documentation, and patient communication. Licensing and certification requirements include MA licensure and ARRT (T) within six months of hire.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy Program.
• Licensed by MA Department of Public Health; ARRT (T) in Radiation Therapy within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Applies principles of basic radiation physics interactions and protection.
• Delivers 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 setup.
• 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.
• Participates in the clinical instruction of the RTT students.
• Complies with Lahey Clinic Policies and customer service standards.

Education

Graduated from an accredited Radiation Therapy Program

MA DPH licensure; ARRT (T) certification within six months

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Radiation Therapist to deliver prescribed radiation therapy under supervision, ensuring accuracy and patient safety in a dynamic clinical setting.

Clinicians collaborate with the Cancer Services team, adhering to hospital policies while contributing to quality care, documentation, and patient communication. Licensing and certification requirements include MA licensure and ARRT (T) within six months of hire.