Radiation Therapist - Westbrook Rock Row

New England Cancer Specialists; Westbrook (ME); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

New England Cancer Specialists recrute un thérapeute en radiothérapie à temps partiel pour administrer des doses de radiation avec précision. Le candidat idéal possède une formation en technologie de thérapie par radiation et une licence MA, avec une passion pour l'éducation des patients et la sécurité en radiothérapie. Ce rôle implique des interactions avec les patients tout en respectant les normes de sécurité, assurant ainsi des soins de qualité pour les personnes atteintes de cancer.

Qualifications

• Diplôme terminé en technologie de thérapie par radiation.
• Licence MA requise en tant que thérapeute en radiation.
• Expérience sur le terrain en traitement par radiation.

Responsibilities

• Administrer des doses de radiation avec l'équipement approprié.
• Positionner les patients avec précision pour le traitement.
• Maintenir des dossiers des dosages de radiation et des réglages de l'équipement.

Skills

Radiation safety

Patient education

Data management

Education

Completion of a 2-year accredited Radiation Therapy Technology program

MA license as a Radiation Therapist through ARRT

Job description

Radiation Therapist - Westbrook Rock Row

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Job Description

New England Cancer Specialists (NECS) is seeking a Per Diem Radiation Therapist to join our team! As a Radiation Therapist, you will administer prescribed doses of radiation to specific body parts, using radiation therapy equipment according to established practices and standards.

NECS is a community-based private medical practice with 18 oncologists and hematologists serving New England from locations in Maine (Kennebunk, Westbrook Rock Row & Topsham) and New Hampshire (Portsmouth). We are proud to be part of the Dana-Farber Cancer Care Collaborative, dedicated to providing high-quality care and holistic support for every patient. Our mission is to make life better for people with cancer and blood disorders, with kindness, compassion, and respect guiding all we do.

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed doses of radiation using equipment according to standards.
• Position patients accurately for treatment.
• Enter data, set controls, operate, and adjust equipment.
• Follow radiation safety principles.
• Maintain records of radiation dosages, equipment settings, and patient reactions.
• Review prescriptions and patient charts.
• Conduct treatment sessions independently under physician guidance.
• Check equipment operation.
• Observe and reassure patients, report reactions, and respond to adverse events.
• Monitor and report side effects.
• Educate and prepare patients and families.
• Calculate treatment dosages during sessions.

Required Education and Experience

• Completion of a 2-year accredited Radiation Therapy Technology program.
• MA license as a Radiation Therapist through ARRT.
• On-the-job training and experience in radiation therapy treatments.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, physics, chemistry, radiation safety, procedures, techniques, and equipment.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industry: Medical Practices

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