Administers radiation therapy treatment accurately and safely under the direct supervision of the Radiation Therapist
• Monitors and reports treatment variances and inconsistencies.
• Accurately document all treatment delivery information in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Responsible for the safe and accurate utilization of all aspects of the EMR and Record and Verify system.
• Possesses knowledge of all scheduling, treatment, and image review.
• Positions, immobilizes and aligns patients according to the treatment plan and effectively evaluate and assist in solving set-up issues.
• Understands the function of all equipment, accessories, treatment methods policies, procedures, protocols and applies knowledge appropriately.
• Participates in and appropriately documents the Time Out procedure for every treatment verification and daily treatment.
• 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. In addition, s/he must possess the ability to assess patient relative data as deemed pertinent to age-specific needs and provide care as described in the department’s policy and procedure manual.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the patient functional mobility assessment tool and mobilizes patients using appropriate mechanical assistive devices, such as ceiling lifts and lateral transfer devices, during the provision of patient care.
Demonstrates cooperation and responsiveness to all staff members.
• Models appropriate professional behavior, such as, but not limited to: courtesy, respect, constructive assertiveness, effective listening.
• Effectively utilizes professional problem solving and negotiation skills to manage conflict.
Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
Administers radiation therapy treatment accurately and safely under the direct supervision of the Radiation Therapist
- Monitors and reports treatment variances and inconsistencies.
- Accurately document all treatment delivery information in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Responsible for the safe and accurate utilization of all aspects of the EMR and Record and Verify system.
- Possesses knowledge of all scheduling, treatment, and image review.
- Positions, immobilizes and aligns patients according to the treatment plan and effectively evaluate and assist in solving set-up issues.
- Understands the function of all equipment, accessories, treatment methods policies, procedures, protocols and applies knowledge appropriately.
- Participates in and appropriately documents the Time Out procedure for every treatment verification and daily treatment.
- 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. In addition, s/he must possess the ability to assess patient relative data as deemed pertinent to age-specific needs and provide care as described in the department’s policy and procedure manual.
- Demonstrates an understanding of the patient functional mobility assessment tool and mobilizes patients using appropriate mechanical assistive devices, such as ceiling lifts and lateral transfer devices, during the provision of patient care.
Demonstrates cooperation and responsiveness to all staff members.
- Models appropriate professional behavior, such as, but not limited to: courtesy, respect, constructive assertiveness, effective listening.
- Effectively utilizes professional problem solving and negotiation skills to manage conflict.
At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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Pay Transparency Statement
The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.
For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
$31,200.00 - $41,200.00