Radiation Oncology Therapist - Full Time

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High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance
Sign on bonus (Sign on Bonuses are paid to external hires only; Former employees are eligible after 1 year post separation from Baystate Health)
Pet, home, auto and personal insurance
Certification and continuing education reimbursement
Nursing forgivable loan program
403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service.
Life insurance
Reimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities, included but limited to gym memberships and equipment, personal trainer, massage and so much more!
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The radiation therapist is responsible for the safe administration of high doses of ionizing radiation under the direct supervision of the radiation oncologist. Job responsibilities include acquiring and analyzing data in preparation for patient treatment, use of various imaging technologies for localization of the treatment area, and participation in treatment planning as prescribed by the radiation oncologist.
The radiation therapist will function as a primary liaison between patients and other members of the radiation oncology team. Additionally, the radiation therapist will also assist in communication with other health care providers such as social workers and dieticians, and will remain sensitive to the needs of the patient through communication, patient assessment, patient monitoring, and patient care skills.
Adheres to the accepted standards, code of ethics, and policies and procedures adopted by the profession and regulated by law.

Job specifications and related duties are subject to change based on departmental requirements and medical advancements in treatment modalities.

1. Practices radiation safety according to policy and procedure.
2. Ensures proper identification of each patient and treatment site according to established policy and procedures.
3. Confirms radiation therapy written directive (radiation prescription) daily. Administers radiation treatments as prescribed by the radiation oncologist. Contact the manager, senior therapist, or oncologist if unsure of orders and needs clarification.

5) Performs quality assurance activities: Morning start-up, safety checks on all patient care equipment, maintaining visual and audible communication at all times, comprehensive chart checks, chart audits, dose verification using computer software, staff competencies, training, equipment shutdown and all other quality assurance activities as identified and required.
Simulation, Fabrication of immobilization device(s), Verification of patient set-up and immobilization, Imaging, Treatment planning, Dose calculations, Validation of treatment parameters, Treatment delivery, and Documentation.
7) Ensures accurate delivery of treatment fields using electronic imaging technologies. 10) Understand the function of equipment and analyze equipment faults seeking guidance from appropriate personnel and/or vendors as required to achieve a safe resolution.
11) Mandatory on-call rotation. 12) Maintains knowledge of departmental and organizational policies and procedures. Seeks assistance for clarification, as needed.

1. Maintains knowledge of operator manuals and manufacturer’s recommendations for the safe operation of all radiotherapy equipment.
2. Participates in the implementation of new technologies and subsequent training of staff members as required.
3. Participates in regulatory inspections such as JCAHO, DPH, and accreditation and/or reaccreditation of the radiation therapy program.
4. Participates in instructing students and the evaluation of students throughout their clinical rotation.

19) Precepts Radiation Therapist Students and Radiation Therapist Graduates.
Required Work Experience:
1) Graduate of an accredited Radiological Sciences Program in Radiation Therapy or equivalent from a two-year Certificate Program
Preferred Work Experience:
New graduates welcome to apply
Ability to interact with all levels of staff in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
Jim Pugliese, Healthcare Recruiter
Radiation Therapy - American Registry of Radiologic TechnologistAmerican Registry of Radiologic TechnologistAmerican Registry of Radiologic Technologist
Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.
Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.