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Mass General Brigham

Early-stage life science venture investor

Staff Radiation Therapist/Senior Radiation Therapist

Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBoston, MA, USA$51.50 - $56.59 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent, with a certificate in Radiation Therapy or an associate degree in Radiation Therapy.
  • Valid Massachusetts state license in Radiation Therapy.
  • Continued employment is contingent on obtaining valid American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification within six months of hire.
  • Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
  • For the Senior Therapist level, 2–3 years of clinical work experience is required.
  • Knowledge and skill in relevant treatment modalities and protocols, including the ability to set up and administer daily radiotherapy treatments accurately.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, medical staff, and the healthcare team.
  • May be required to demonstrate basic knowledge and skills in specialty areas and programs, including GE and Siemens simulators; Varian linear accelerators, including Ethos; AlignRT; Brainlab; stereotactic body radiation therapy; stereotactic radiosurgery; stereotactic radiotherapy; high-dose-rate treatments; total body irradiation; intensity-modulated radiation therapy; volumetric modulated arc therapy; and pediatric anesthesia cases.

Responsibilities

  • Administer radiation therapy treatment accurately and safely, following departmental policy and procedure.
  • Understand the function of equipment, accessories, treatment policies, procedures, and protocols, and apply that knowledge appropriately.
  • Assist with triage of emergent cases and negotiate their scheduling with other care team members.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of growth and development principles across all life stages, from infancy to geriatric care.
  • Use the quality assurance program to encompass all aspects of treatment, treatment delivery, and quality patient care.
  • Educate patients and families about procedures and treatments, and demonstrate professional conduct in all interactions.
  • Foster teamwork, efficient resource use, and quality patient outcomes.
  • Operate treatment and treatment-planning equipment, including simulation, in accordance with departmental policy; prepare treatments and administer prescribed doses under established policies; and maintain accurate documentation.
  • Position and immobilize patients according to treatment plans, evaluate images against standard guidelines, and assist with resolving setup issues.
  • Work professionally and collaboratively with physicians, nurses, physics and dosimetry staff, medical assistants, practice assistants, and other care team members.
  • Perform daily quality-assurance measures to ensure imaging and treatment equipment operates proficiently.
  • Perform required new-start, cone-down, and weekly chart checks accurately.
  • Monitor patients’ physical and physiological responses to treatment and refer them for appropriate management as needed.
  • Use judgment, independent thinking, and creativity to resolve issues and conflicts while providing customer service.
  • Participate in clinical instruction and evaluation of Radiation Therapy students.
  • For the Senior Therapist level, assist the Lead Radiation Therapist in efficient operation of the assigned clinical area.
  • For the Senior Therapist level, work with the Lead and Chief Radiation Therapists to develop new techniques and assist with emerging-technology projects.
  • For the Senior Therapist level, assist with triage and scheduling of emergent cases with other care team members.
  • For the Senior Therapist level, assist with orientation, teaching, and instruction of new staff and students.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Growth and training opportunities include work with an MR simulator, MR linear accelerator, Radiation Therapy contouring, and adaptive planning.

About the Company

Mass General Brigham

Early-stage life science venture investor

Mass General Brigham Ventures funds early-stage life science ideas arising from Mass General Brigham’s research network. It provides first access to deal flow and proprietary rights, backing the formation and growth of new companies and technologies. It uses capital and support to help translate bold innovations into drugs and medical technologies that improve patient outcomes worldwide.

Company size
1-10
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
$1.9B
Headquarters
Cambridge, MA
Founded
2008

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