Radiation Medicine Therapist (Part-Time) | Radiation Oncology | Boston, MA

Radiation Medicine Therapist

📍 Location: Boston, Massachusetts
🏥 Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite
🕒 Schedule: Part-Time – 20 Hours per Week
💼 Employment Type: Permanent
💰 Compensation: $89,169 – $115,356
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Not Available
✈️ Travel: Not Required

Overview

A leading healthcare organization in Boston is seeking a Radiation Medicine Therapist to join its Radiation Oncology department.

Reporting to the Chief Radiation Medicine Therapist, this position is responsible for safely and accurately delivering prescribed radiation treatments using modern radiation therapy equipment. The successful candidate will prepare and position patients, operate treatment equipment, monitor patients throughout procedures and maintain accurate treatment documentation.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career radiation therapy professional who is committed to delivering compassionate, technically precise and patient-centred care.

Key Responsibilities

Radiation Therapy Delivery

• Deliver prescribed radiation treatments accurately and safely.

• Review treatment charts to confirm prescriptions, treatment times and prescribed dosages.

• Prepare treatment rooms and equipment according to established procedures.

• Position patients correctly and adjust treatment equipment and controls.

• Place treatment blocks, wedges and other devices as required.

• Operate radiation therapy equipment to administer the prescribed dosage.

• Monitor patients during treatment using visual and intercom systems.

• Verify treatment settings and ensure that all required safety procedures are followed.

Patient Care

• Explain treatment procedures clearly and sensitively to patients.

• Reassure patients and provide guidance regarding expected treatment reactions and the care of irradiated areas.

• Assist patients in transferring from wheelchairs or lifting devices to treatment tables when necessary.

• Monitor patients for physical changes or adverse reactions, including skin changes, nausea and throat discomfort.

• Consult the appropriate physician when a patient’s condition may require assessment before treatment.

• Maintain professional, compassionate and respectful relationships with patients, visitors, physicians and colleagues.

Treatment Planning and Documentation

• Record the precise radiation dosage delivered in each patient’s treatment chart.

• Prepare and update diagrams documenting treatment fields and changes to the original setup.

• Confirm that required blood counts, imaging and verification films are satisfactory and properly recorded.

• Calculate surface, depth, cumulative and total radiation doses when required.

• Assist the Radiation Physicist with patient measurements, contours and treatment-plan verification.

• Maintain complete, accurate and confidential patient records.

Equipment and Department Support

• Inspect equipment safety interlocks according to established procedures.

• Monitor equipment performance and report malfunctions promptly.

• Clean and maintain treatment equipment and clinical work areas.

• Ensure treatment rooms remain appropriately stocked with required supplies.

• Support appointment scheduling, filing and other related clinical or technical duties.

• Participate in patient-care conferences, educational programs and professional meetings.

• Remain current with developments in radiation therapy techniques and technology.

• Follow all applicable infection-control, patient-safety and confidentiality procedures.

• Perform additional related duties as required.

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent education in Radiation Medicine or Radiation Therapy from an accredited institution.

• Knowledge of radiation therapy procedures, equipment operation and appropriate equipment setup.

• At least three to six months of relevant practical or on-the-job training.

• Ability to work onsite in Boston for the assigned 20-hour weekly schedule.

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to determine the correct equipment and patient setup for radiation treatment.

• Ability to calculate treatment duration and support radiation-dose calculations.

• Ability to recognise and respond appropriately to adverse treatment reactions.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to clinical accuracy.

• Effective interpersonal and patient-communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with physicians, physicists, technologists and other healthcare professionals.

• Commitment to patient confidentiality, infection control and workplace safety.

Interview Process

1. Virtual interview with the hiring manager.

2. Onsite follow-up interview.

Benefits

Eligible employees may receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Life insurance

• Retirement benefits

• Paid time off

• Additional employee benefits and wellbeing programs

Benefit eligibility may vary according to employment status and scheduled hours.

Organizational Culture

This organization is committed to providing exceptional and equitable care to every patient. Its culture is centred on compassion, respect, inclusion, collaboration and a determination to improve the health of the wider community.

Employees are encouraged to approach challenges with empathy, maintain the highest standards of patient care and contribute to an environment where colleagues and patients from every background feel welcomed and supported.

Radiation Therapist - Lewiston, ID - $81,120 - $121,680

Radiation Therapist

Lewiston, ID

$81,120 - $121,680

Job Description

**$15,000 Sign-On Bonus & Relocation Assistance Available

·        State of the art equipment with a new Elekta Versa with VMAT commissioned in 2023

·        New wide boar GE CT onsite

·        New PET CT located at the hospital

·        we do not do cyberknife so that experience would not be relevant to this position

·        Radiation Oncologist with 30 years of experience

·        Work with experienced therapists with a combined total of over 55 years of experience

·        Onsite dosimetrist and physicist to provide support

·        Welcoming staff eager to create a positive work environment and support a new therapist.

We recognize that our patients deserve qualified, engaged, and competent healthcare professionals. And we know that our healthcare professionals deserve a working environment that is safe, leaders who are visible and supportive, and opportunities to grow and develop in their chosen disciplines. The heart of St. Joe’s is in its people, making our hospital a family that only the best is invited to join. If you feel that your skills and compassion fit with our vision for healthcare, we invite you to apply today.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Radiation Therapist is an ARRT Registered Therapist who is responsible for the administration of radiation therapy as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist. The Therapist will have to interact with a variety of people including, but not limited to patients with cancer, physicians, nurses, patient's family, and co-workers. Therapist must possess good interpersonal communication skills. The disease of cancer may strike any age group necessitating that this position be involved in the care of all age groups from newborns through geriatrics.  

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

·        High School Diploma or GED

·        Current Basic Life Support (BLS)

·        Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists as a Radiation Therapist

·        Must have knowledge of department functions, how and why radiation therapy is used, and be able to explain this to nurses, physicians, Medical Center staff, and the public

·        Prior experience in a Radiation Oncology Department is desirable but not required

We are considers a consistently positive, cooperative, self-motivated, courteous, and professional attitude to be an essential function of every position. While different positions have different primary areas of responsibility, everyone needs to work as a team, and we expect all employees to roll up their sleeves and pitch in as necessary to get the job done.

Employees must be able to relate to other people beyond giving and receiving instructions: (a) can get along with co-workers or peers without exhibiting behavioral extremes, (b) perform work activities requiring negotiating, instructing, supervising, persuading, or speaking with others; and (c) respond appropriately to constructive feedback from a supervisor.

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g., emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.

To Apply Please Complete the Form Below

Radiation Therapist - Lake Havasu City, AZ - $77,000 - $92,000

Radiation Therapist

Lake Havasu City, AZ

$77,000 - $92,000

Job Description

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Havasu Regional Medical Center is a 171-bed hospital that offers a broad scope of services in major medical disciplines. A medical staff of more than 33 affiliated physicians represents a broad cross-section of expertise in 31 medical specialties.

Where We Are:

Lake Havasu City has earned the reputation as the outdoor recreation mecca of the southwest. Blessed by an ideal climate, captivating scenery, beautiful yet rugged mountains, tranquil desert and the azure waters of the Colorado River, Lake Havasu's 45-mile-long lake is an oasis of natural beauty.

Why Choose Us:

·        Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

·        Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

·        Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

·        Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

·        Professional Development and Growth Opportunities

·        And much more…

Position Summary:

The Radiation Therapist provides treatment programs for all patients referred to Radiation Oncology; coordinates scheduling; provides patient education regarding procedures; greets physicians, patients and families thereof with a friendly, positive attitude; assist supervisor with quality assurance for Accelerators, Simulators and other related equipment; assist in Simulations, Block fabrication, and preparation of charts and computer for treatment; observes radiation safety measures; writes and reviews patients progress reports, including charting, and reports to referring physicians

Shift: Day shift, Monday thru Friday, 8-hour shift.

Requirements

·        Graduate of an accredited Therapeutic Radiologic Technology program resulting in an Associate or Bachelor's degree or Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technologist program resulting in an Associate Degree and a Certificate in Radiation Therapy Required

·        AART (T) certification required on hire.

·        AZ Medical Radiology License required on hire (Original license must be at facility to begin employment)

·        Radiation Therapy Technologist Certificate

·        Basic Life Support (BCLS), 1 year of experience as Radiation Therapist required.

·        Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

·        2-3 years of experience as Radiation Therapist

To Apply Please Complete the Form Below

Rad Tech: Tue-Fri 4:30p-2a - Georgetown, KY - $43,000 - $65,000

Rad Tech: Tue-Fri 4:30p-2a

Georgetown, KY

$43,000 - $65,000

Job Description

Essential Functions

·        Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.

·        When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.

·        Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.

·        Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.

·        Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results. Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure. Enters, transmits and reports scan results.

Radiation Therapist - USA, Houston TX - $88,296 - $103,896

Radiation Therapist

USA, Houston TX

$88,296 - $103,896

Job Description

·        Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiation Therapy Technology

·        Licenses/Certifications: Certified Radiation Therapist by the American Registry of Radiation Therapy Technologists (ARRT-T), or temporary certification for recent graduates, up to 60 days post-graduation and licensed by the Texas Department of Health (CMRT)

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

·        Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients in conjunction with others in order to perform job functions.

·        Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of “we advance health” through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results while ensuring one company.

Principal Accountabilities

·        Simulates treatment set-ups according to physician instruction.

·        Performs dosimetric calculations under the supervision of a physicist or dosimetrist, using either manual or computerized dose calculations.

·        Accurately delivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy.

·        Assists in Brach therapy procedures.

·        Warms up treatment machines/simulator and checks all safety and operational procedures; reports any erratic operation to the physicist.

·        Checks the laser positioning to ensure proper alignment.

·        Verifies dose through barometer and thermometer measurements; reports any discrepancies to physicist.

·        Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.

·        Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.

·        Other duties as assigned.

Radiation Therapist - USA, Houston TX - $88,296 - $103,896

Radiation Therapist

USA, Houston TX

$88,296 - $103,896

Minimum Qualifications

·        Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiation Therapy Technology

·        Licenses/Certifications: Certified Radiation Therapist by the American Registry of Radiation Therapy Technologists (ARRT-T), or temporary certification for recent graduates, up to 60 days post-graduation and licensed by the Texas Department of Health (CMRT)

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

·        Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients in conjunction with others in order to perform job functions.

·        Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of “we advance health” through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results while ensuring one company.

Principal Accountabilities

·        Simulates treatment set-ups according to physician instruction.

·        Performs dosimetric calculations under the supervision of a physicist or dosimetrist, using either manual or computerized dose calculations.

·        Accurately delivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy.

·        Assists in Brach therapy procedures.

·        Warms up treatment machines/simulator and checks all safety and operational procedures; reports any erratic operation to the physicist.

·        Checks the laser positioning to ensure proper alignment.

·        Verifies dose through barometer and thermometer measurements; reports any discrepancies to physicist.

·        Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.

·        Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.

·        Other duties as assigned.

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