Supv-Chief Radiation Therapist - Radiation Oncology - Cancer Treatment Center
Supv-Chief Radiation Therapist - Radiation Oncology - Cancer Treatment Center
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Job Description
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the companys discretion.
Education
Required -Associates of Science with concentration in Radiation Therapy
Preferred -Bachelors degree in Radiologic Sciences
Work Experience
Required -5 yearsclinical radiation therapy setting experience
Preferred - 7 years clinical experience
Certifications
Required -Registry of Radiologic Technologist and licensed by the State of Louisiana
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
Preferred -ARRT Licensure L.S.R.T. Licensure
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
- Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
- Must be proficient with Windows-style applications various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Extensive knowledge of radiation therapy concepts applications and administration.
- Knowledge and understanding of all radiation equipment its use and care.
- The ability to operate all radiation oncology equipment including but not limited to CT Scanner Linear Accelerators Brain Lab System ARIA Epic computers cameras styrofoamer and immobilization devices.
- Ability to chart accurately and maintain all data pertinent to a patients therapy and care.
- Ability to maintain patient confidentiality following HIPPA practices.
Job Duties
- Serves as Chief Radiation Therapist mentors therapists and serve as a role model.
- Takes responsibility for professional development and maintaining required clinical knowledge technical skills and credentials / Age Specific Competency (self and staff radiation therapists).
- Performs simulations fabrication of devices CT scans and block cutting.
- Demonstrates effective delivery in patient care treatment of patients under radiation therapy.
- EMR knowledge of Epic and ARIA for electronic documentation revise and create new documentation.
- Document Billing/Statistics Review charge capture and perform end of treatment audits.
- Demonstrates flexibility in scheduling and staffing practices to accommodate the needs of the department.
- Adapts behavior to the specific patient population including but not limited to: respect for privacy method of introduction to the patient adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed requesting permissions and communication style.
- Other related duties as required.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities duties and skills. Other duties may be added or this description amended at any time.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal state and local laws accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws regulations and standards.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety patient privacy and/or other compliance-related concerns.
The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status or disability status.
Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace especially in an industrial setting can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.
Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt transport storage preparation dispensing administration cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.
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Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado California Hawaii Illinois Maryland Minnesota New Jersey New York Vermont Washington and Washington D.C.
Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Required Experience:
Chief
Employment Type
Full-Time
