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Staff Radiation Therapist
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Wentworth-Douglass Hospital Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. Summary Responsible for the delivery of radiation therapy treatment as prescribed by the radiation oncologist, daily maintenance and quality assurance checks for the equipment, maintenance of the inventory of department supplies, and administrative quality assurance checks as assigned. Essential Functions Administers radiation therapy treatment accurately and safely. Responsible for the safe and accurate utilization of all aspects of the EMR and Record and Verify system. Positions, immobilizes and aligns patients according to the treatment plan and effectively evaluate and assist in solving set-up issues. Assists the Lead Radiation Therapist to develop new techniques or resolve clinical problems. Utilizes the Quality Assurance (QA) program to encompass all aspects of treatment, treatment delivery and quality patient care. Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of the principles of growth and development from all life stages, ranging from infancy to geriatric. Qualifications Education Associate's Degree Radiation Therapy required or Bachelor's Degree Radiation Therapy preferred. Licenses and Credentials Radiation Therapist [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Radiation Therapy [ARRT-T] - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) preferred Radiation Therapist [Temporary License - Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Department of Public Health-Radiation Control Program preferred Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) EEO Statement Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.
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Staff Radiation Therapist
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Wentworth-Douglass Hospital Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. Summary Responsible for the delivery of radiation therapy treatment as prescribed by the radiation oncologist, daily maintenance and quality assurance checks for the equipment, maintenance of the inventory of department supplies, and administrative quality assurance checks as assigned. Essential Functions Administers radiation therapy treatment accurately and safely. Responsible for the safe and accurate utilization of all aspects of the EMR and Record and Verify system. Positions, immobilizes and aligns patients according to the treatment plan and effectively evaluate and assist in solving set-up issues. Assists the Lead Radiation Therapist to develop new techniques or resolve clinical problems. Utilizes the Quality Assurance (QA) program to encompass all aspects of treatment, treatment delivery and quality patient care. Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of the principles of growth and development from all life stages, ranging from infancy to geriatric. Qualifications Education Associate's Degree Radiation Therapy required or Bachelor's Degree Radiation Therapy preferred. Licenses and Credentials Radiation Therapist [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Radiation Therapy [ARRT-T] - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) preferred Radiation Therapist [Temporary License - Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Department of Public Health-Radiation Control Program preferred Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) EEO Statement Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.
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