Radiation Therapist Jobs in Massachusetts

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Job Summary

Assists in the daily operation of radiation therapy services. Interacts with the physician and all members of the office staff to ensure patients are treated in a timely manner. Communicates effectively and supports leadership in attaining department goals.

Does this position require Patient Care?

Yes

Essential Functions

• Takes radiographs, appropriate measurements, tattoos the patient, records all treatment parameters in chart, completed digital setup pages and completes MOSAIQ fields as needed.
• Insert patient IV’s for Contrast delivery according to prescribed protocols.
• Discusses treatment procedure and possible reactions with patient and assures his/her understanding.
• Follows established department policy for acquiring digital portal images, or performs other localization techniques to verify accurate patient treatment position.
• Performs daily quality assurance checks on treatment delivery systems per protocol.

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 Required:

• Radiation Therapist [State License]
• Support [BLS Certification]
• Radiation Therapy [ARRT-T] - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Experience

Continuous clinical experience 3-5 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrate efficient knowledge of all equipment operation, tools and procedures specific to assigned area, and effectively troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal professional relationships with physicians, management, peers, patients, and their families.
• Demonstrate strong customer service skills, including the ability to use appropriate judgment, independent thinking and creativity when resolving issues and conflict.
• Must have to 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.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

133 Old Road to Nine Acre Corner (aka ORNAC)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$ - $56.59/Hourly

Grade

6

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