Sr. Radiation Therapist
4 weeks ago
Who We Are
Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH) is an international leader in health care delivery. Globally recognized for excellence in patient care, groundbreaking biomedical research, and training the next generation of leading physicians and scientists.
The Radiation Oncology Department at Brigham and Women's Hospital stands as a flagship program in radiation treatment worldwide.Our network of Radiation Oncology satellites extends Boston's renowned standard of care into local communities, enabling us to provide advanced treatment options closer to home. This ensures convenient and effective care while maintaining our institution's rigorous standards and personalized approach.
Join our dynamic team as a radiation therapist and leverage your expertise to deliver state-of-the-art cancer treatment.
What You Will Do
Under the direction of the Chief and Lead Radiation Therapists, the Staff/Senior Radiation Therapist will demonstrate essential skills of treatment modalities and protocols to accurately set-up and administer daily radiotherapy treatments. The Staff/Senior Radiation Therapist communicates effectively with patients, families, medical staff, and healthcare team. May be required to demonstrate basic knowledge and skills in one or more specialty areas and programs, including but not limited to:
- GE Simulators
- Varian Linacs
- Tattoo-less treatments using AlignRT
- SBRT, SRS/SRT
- Brachytherapy
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Research
- Leadership
- Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
- Educates patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment to be performed. Demonstrates professional behavior/conduct in all interactions.
- Fosters teamwork, efficient use of resources and quality patient outcomes.
- Operates treatment and treatment planning equipment to include simulation in accordance with departmental policy. Prepares treatments and administers prescribed doses in accordance with established policies. Prepares and maintains accurate documentation.
- Understands the function of all equipment, accessories, treatment policies, procedures, and protocols and applies knowledge appropriately.
- Performs daily QA measures to ensure proficient operation of all imaging and treatment equipment.
- Positions and immobilizes patients according to the treatment plan and effectively evaluates images according to standard guidelines and assists in solving set-up issues.
- Demonstrates ability to accurately perform all required New Start chart checks, Cone Down chart checks, and weekly chart checks.
- Attentive to patient needs and concerns by continuous monitoring of the patient's physical and physiological response and reactions to treatment and refer patient for appropriate management as needed.
- Works professionally and collaboratively with all members of the care team, including physicians, nurses, physics and dosimetry staff, medical assistants, practice assistants.
- Demonstrate strong customer service skills, including the ability to use appropriate judgment, independent thinking and creativity when resolving issues and conflicts.
- Participates in some clinical instruction and evaluation of the Radiation Therapy students.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Assists the Lead Radiation Therapist in the efficient operation of the assigned clinical area.
- Works with the Lead and Chief Radiation Therapist to develop new techniques and assist with emerging technology projects.
- Assists with the triage and scheduling of emergent cases with other care team members
- Assists with orientation, teaching, and instructing new staff and students.
What You Will Bring- High School Diploma or equivalent with certificate in Radiation Therapy or associates degree in Radiation Therapy
- Valid Massachusetts State License in Radiation Therapy
- Continued employment is contingent upon obtaining valid ARRT certification within 6 months of hire date
- Valid BLS certification
For Senior Therapist- 3 years of experience
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance: Starts day 1
PTO: Up to 30 days annually for new hires including 10 holiday
Retirement: A hospital funded pension plan plus a 403(b) retirement savings plan with hospital match
Commuting: Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount)
Tuition Reimbursement
Qualifications
What You Will Bring
- High School Diploma or equivalent with certificate in Radiation Therapy or associates degree in Radiation Therapy
- Valid Massachusetts State License in Radiation Therapy
- Continued employment is contingent upon obtaining valid ARRT certification within 6 months of hire date
- Valid BLS certification
For Senior Therapist
- 3 years of experience
What You Will Get
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance: Starts day 1
PTO: Up to 30 days annually for new hires including 10 holiday
Retirement: A hospital funded pension plan plus a 403(b) retirement savings plan with hospital match
Commuting: Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount)
Tuition Reimbursement
EEO Statement
BWH is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.
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