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Technologist Radiation Therapy R38946

Baystate Health, Springfield, Massachusetts, us, 01119

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Technologist Radiation Therapy (R38946) – Baystate Health

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Overview We are a 716‑bed independent academic medical center. We are the community's major referral hospital, and we provide a wide range of services, including cancer care, critical care medicine, digestive disorder care, heart and vascular disease care, laboratory services, neurological disorders, obstetrics and gynecology care, and many other injuries, illnesses, and conditions. Ranked among the highest performing hospitals nationally by U.S. News & World Report and recognized by Magnet® 4 consecutive times.

In addition to our outstanding care for adults, we also treat children at Baystate Children’s Hospital, located on our main Springfield campus.

Benefits

Excellent Compensation

High‑quality, low‑cost medical, dental and vision insurance

Sign‑on bonus (for external hires only, unless otherwise specified)

Pet, home, auto and personal insurance

Certification and continuing education reimbursement

Nursing forgivable loan program

403(b) retirement company match & annual contribution increase based on years of service

Life insurance

First‑time homebuyer program

Free money‑coach advice from a certified professional

Reimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities, including gym memberships, equipment, personal trainer, massage, etc.

Schedule & Location

Full‑time 40 hours

Day shift

Baystate Medical Center, Springfield, MA

Job Responsibilities

Practice radiation safety according to policy and procedure.

Ensure proper identification of each patient and treatment site.

Confirm radiation therapy written directive daily and administer treatments as prescribed. Contact supervisor for clarification if needed.

Communicate clearly: explain the procedure to patients and answer questions.

Perform quality assurance activities: morning start‑up, safety checks, visual and audible communication, chart checks, dose verification, staff competency, equipment shutdown, etc.

Perform clinical functions: simulation, fabrication of immobilization devices, verification of patient set‑up, imaging, treatment planning, dose calculations, validation, delivery, and documentation.

Ensure accurate delivery of treatment fields using electronic imaging technologies.

Monitor patients for adverse side effects and communicate to appropriate personnel.

Review instructions for discharge and follow‑up.

Understand equipment function, analyze faults, and seek guidance as needed.

Participate in on‑call rotation.

Maintain knowledge of policies, procedures, operator manuals, manufacturer recommendations.

Participate in implementation of new technologies and training of staff.

Participate in regulatory inspections such as JCAHO, DPH, and accreditation.

Instruct students and evaluate them throughout their clinical rotation.

Perform and complete other duties as assigned.

Maintain license and continuing education credits.

Precept Radiation Therapist Students and Graduates.

Required Work Experience

Graduate of an accredited Radiological Sciences Program in Radiation Therapy or equivalent two‑year certificate program.

Programs must meet JRCERT standards.

Preferred Work Experience

One year of experience – new graduates welcome to apply.

Skills and Competencies Detail‐oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong technical skills and critical thinking. Ability to interact with all levels of staff in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.

Compensation Minimum – Midpoint – Maximum: $42.24 – $48.55 – $57.41 hourly (exempt employees assumed full time). Sign‑on bonus eligible.

Contact All correspondence can be directed to: Jim Pugliese, Healthcare Recruiter jim.pugliese@baystatehealth.org

Equal Employment Opportunity Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

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