Senior Radiation Therapist

Massachusetts General Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on bonus available

Job summary

Mass General Brigham's Radiation Therapy team seeks a skilled Radiation Therapist to deliver high-dose treatments and maintain safety and record accuracy at 100 Blossom Street.

You will work with ARIA, EPIC, ExacTrac, Eclipse, Align RT, and Ethos, requiring 2–3 years of clinical experience and RT ARRT licensure; a sign-on bonus is available.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree Radiation Therapy required or Bachelor's Degree Radiation Therapy preferred.
• Radiation Therapist license (State) required.
• Radiation Therapy ARRT certification (RT(T)) required.
• Clinical work experience 2–3 years required.
• Must be proficient with Radiation Oncology Information Systems and Hospital Information Systems (ARIA, EPIC, ExacTrac, Eclipse, Align RT, Ethos).

Responsibilities

• Administers radiation therapy treatments accurately and safely per policies.
• Understands equipment functions and treatment protocols.
• Collaborates with Lead and Radiation Therapy Manager on new techniques and projects.
• Meets age-specific patient care needs across the population.
• Rotates to other treatment areas to maintain skills in multiple programs.
• Utilizes QA program for treatment delivery and patient care.
• Mentors and trains new staff, students, and visitors.

Skills

Equipment proficiency

Clear communication

Customer service orientation

Stress management

Confidentiality

RIS/HIS proficiency

Education

Associate's Degree Radiation Therapy

Bachelor's Degree Radiation Therapy

Tools

ARIA

EPIC

ExacTrac

Eclipse

Align RT

Ethos

Job description

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Sign on bonus available! (current employees of MGB not eligible)

Job Summary

Primarily responsible for delivering high doses of ionizing radiation as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist; performs complex radiation therapy duties characterized by a greater degree of work independence and less common radiation treatments; delivers planned courses of radiation therapy; maintains accurate records; verifies records and treatments; applies principles of radiation protection; regulates radioactive material; provides special procedures; provides quality assurance support.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions

• Administers radiation therapy treatments accurately and safely, following departmental policies and procedures.
• Understands the function of all equipment, accessories, treatment policies, procedures, and protocols, and applies knowledge appropriately.
• Works with the Lead and Radiation Therapy Manager to develop new techniques and assists with emerging technology projects.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills to meet age-specific requirements for the population being served in their unit, including infants through elderly patients.
• Rotates to other treatment areas and demonstrates the knowledge and ability to maintain skills in one or more specialty areas and programs.
• Utilizes the Quality Assurance (QA) program to encompass all aspects of treatment, treatment delivery, and quality patient care.
• Assists with orientation, teaching, and instructing new staff, students, visitors, and other staff members who are unfamiliar with the department or specific procedures.

Qualifications

Education

Associate's Degree Radiation Therapy required or Bachelor's Degree Radiation Therapy preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

Radiation Therapist [State License] required

Radiation Therapy [R.T.(T)(ARRT)] - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required

Experience

Clinical work experience 2-3 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must have proficient technical knowledge and skill set, including but not limited to demonstrating efficient knowledge of all equipment operation, tools, and procedures specific to the assigned area.
• Must have effective communication (both oral and written) skills sufficient to resolve conflicts and relay information concisely to staff, patients, and other hospital personnel.
• Demonstrate strong customer service skills, including the ability to use appropriate judgment, independent thinking, and creativity when resolving issues and conflicts.
• Demonstrate the ability and flexibility to effectively handle challenging and stressful situations and to balance and shift multiple priorities.
• Must have the ability to handle sensitive and confidential patient information.
• Must be proficient in the use of the Radiation Oncology Information Systems and software and Hospital Information Systems that integrate with the Department of Radiation Oncology, including, but not limited to: ARIA, EPIC, ExacTrac, Eclipse, Align RT, Ethos.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

100 Blossom Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$53.05 - $57.59/Hourly

Grade

6

EEO Statement

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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