Radiation Therapist Lead
Apply NowCompany: Mass General Brigham
Location: Weymouth, MA 02188
Description:
Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.
At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.
At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.
Job Summary
Summary
Responsible for administering therapeutic radiation in accordance with the physician's prescription to age specific groups identified in the direct care responsibilities. Serves as a mentor by coaching, evaluating, counseling and educating team members. Provides direct daily supervision to the radiation therapist. Serves as the team leader in the absence of the site leader. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.
Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes
Essential Functions
-Coordinates the activities of the Senior and Staff Radiation Therapists to ensure quality treatment delivery and maximum utilization of both equipment and personnel.
-Leads the therapist team in developing new techniques or resolving clinical problems.
-Manages the triage of emergent cases, coordinates all on call activities with the on call therapist and negotiates scheduling of patients with other care team members.
-Possesses an advanced knowledge base and ability to accurately perform and teach all new start QA measures, weekly chart checks, scheduling, treatment, image review, and billing procedures involving the EMR system.
-Manages team during equipment failures and notifies patients as well as all functional areas of the department.
-Joins and actively participates in department committees, retraining and continuing education activities.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree Radiation Therapy required or Associate's Degree Radiation Therapy required or Bachelor's Degree Radiation Therapy preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Radiation Therapist [State License] - Generic - HR Only required Registered Technologist [ARRT-R] - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) preferred Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Radiation Therapy [ARRT-T] - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) preferred
Experience
continuous clinical experience 3-5 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrate efficient knowledge of all equipment operation, tools and procedures specific to assigned area, and effectively troubleshoot issues as they arise.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal professional relationships with physicians, management, peers, patients, and their families.
- Demonstrate strong customer service skills, including the ability to use appropriate judgment, independent thinking and creativity when resolving issues and conflict.
- Must have to ability to handle sensitive and confidential patient information.
- Must be proficient in the use of the Radiation Oncology Information Systems and software and Hospital Information Systems that integrate with the Department of Radiation Oncology, including, but not limited to: ARIA, EPIC, ExacTrac, Eclipse.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical RequirementsStanding 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%)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
101 Columbian Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. 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.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.
At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.
Job Summary
Summary
Responsible for administering therapeutic radiation in accordance with the physician's prescription to age specific groups identified in the direct care responsibilities. Serves as a mentor by coaching, evaluating, counseling and educating team members. Provides direct daily supervision to the radiation therapist. Serves as the team leader in the absence of the site leader. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.
Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes
Essential Functions
-Coordinates the activities of the Senior and Staff Radiation Therapists to ensure quality treatment delivery and maximum utilization of both equipment and personnel.
-Leads the therapist team in developing new techniques or resolving clinical problems.
-Manages the triage of emergent cases, coordinates all on call activities with the on call therapist and negotiates scheduling of patients with other care team members.
-Possesses an advanced knowledge base and ability to accurately perform and teach all new start QA measures, weekly chart checks, scheduling, treatment, image review, and billing procedures involving the EMR system.
-Manages team during equipment failures and notifies patients as well as all functional areas of the department.
-Joins and actively participates in department committees, retraining and continuing education activities.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree Radiation Therapy required or Associate's Degree Radiation Therapy required or Bachelor's Degree Radiation Therapy preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Radiation Therapist [State License] - Generic - HR Only required Registered Technologist [ARRT-R] - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) preferred Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Radiation Therapy [ARRT-T] - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) preferred
Experience
continuous clinical experience 3-5 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrate efficient knowledge of all equipment operation, tools and procedures specific to assigned area, and effectively troubleshoot issues as they arise.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal professional relationships with physicians, management, peers, patients, and their families.
- Demonstrate strong customer service skills, including the ability to use appropriate judgment, independent thinking and creativity when resolving issues and conflict.
- Must have to ability to handle sensitive and confidential patient information.
- Must be proficient in the use of the Radiation Oncology Information Systems and software and Hospital Information Systems that integrate with the Department of Radiation Oncology, including, but not limited to: ARIA, EPIC, ExacTrac, Eclipse.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
101 Columbian Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. 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.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.