Oncology Radiation Therapist
Pittsfield, Massachusetts
Berkshire Medical Center

Radiation Therapist (Oncology) - Temp Assignment

Location: Pittsfield, Massachusetts
Shift: Days
Hours per day: 8

Job Summary

• Administer radiation treatments, simulations, dosimetry functions, and fabricate blocks in preparation for treatment.
• Perform radiation therapy treatments under the supervision of a Radiation Oncologist in scheduled or emergent settings.
• Manage daily treatment schedules on clinical equipment and update procedure manuals as needed.
• Work collaboratively with reception, nursing, and physicians to provide patient care.
• Maintain familiarity with all safety features in clinical areas and exercise independent judgment in a high-stress, work-intensive environment.
• Attendance at all mandatory education sessions is required.

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Required Qualifications

• Valid Radiation Therapist license in Massachusetts
• Minimum 2 years of Radiation Therapist experience, including experience within the last year
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification
• Active American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification
• Valid Driver's License

Additional Requirements & Notes

• No 10 or 12-hour shifts; only 8-hour shifts will be considered.
• Prior travel experience is preferred but not required.
• Travelers residing within 50 miles of the facility will not be considered.
• All requested time off (RTO) must be submitted and verified at profile upload; no more than 5 days of RTO allowed.
• Scheduling requests must be made at the time of submission; requests after offer or during interview will not be approved and may result in rescinded offers.
• Travelers must have voicemail set up and be reachable by the facility.
• Orientation is 8 hours and non-billable.
• Holiday and overtime pay multipliers apply but are not detailed here.

Facility Highlights

• The facility is a 298-bed teaching hospital recognized nationally for patient safety and clinical excellence.
• Offers a full continuum of medical specialties including radiation oncology and diagnostic imaging with 24-hour service.
• Accredited by The Joint Commission.

This position requires initiative, independent judgment, and the ability to function proficiently in a demanding clinical environment.