We're offering a generous $3,000 sign-on bonus to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process!
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
Other opportunities for growth & training include:
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Research
- Leadership
Essential Functions
- Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
- Educate patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment to be performed. Demonstrate professional behavior/conduct in all interactions.
- Foster teamwork, efficient use of resources and quality patient outcomes.
- Operate treatment and treatment planning equipment to include simulation in accordance with departmental policy. Prepare treatments and administer prescribed doses in accordance with established policies. Prepare and maintain accurate documentation.
- Understand the function of all equipment, accessories, treatment policies, procedures, and protocols and apply knowledge appropriately.
- Perform daily QA measures to ensure proficient operation of all imaging and treatment equipment.
- Position and immobilize patients according to the treatment plan and effectively evaluate images according to standard guidelines and assist in solving set-up issues.
- Demonstrate ability to accurately perform all required New Start chart checks, Cone Down chart checks, and weekly chart checks.
- Be 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.
- Work 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.
- Participate in some clinical instruction and evaluation of the Radiation Therapy students.
- Other duties as assigned.
For Senior Therapist, applicants must meet staff requirements in addition to the following:
- Assist the Lead Radiation Therapist in the efficient operation of the assigned clinical area.
- Work with the Lead and Chief Radiation Therapist to develop new techniques and assist with emerging technology projects.
- Assist with the triage and scheduling of emergent cases with other care team members.
- Assist with orientation, teaching, and instructing new staff and students.
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 holidays.
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.
Primary Location: MA-Mansfield-BWH Mansfield Radiation Oncology
Work Locations: BWH Mansfield Radiation Oncology, 85 Forbes Boulevard, Mansfield 02048
Job: Radiation Therapy/Dosimetry
Organization: Brigham & Women's Hospital (BWH)
Schedule: Full-time
Standard Hours: 40
Shift: Day Job
Employee Status: Regular
Recruiting Department: BWH Radiation Oncology
Job Posting: Oct 2, 2024
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