Lead Radiation Therapist

Lead Radiation Therapist

Job Description:

• Share in the management of the department in collaboration with the Radiation Oncology Manager.
• Maintain overall quality control of treatments.
• Orient, educate, and supervise Staff Radiation Therapists.
• Develop department programs and assist in the formulation of policies and procedures.
• Promote the philosophy and goals of the Radiation Oncology Department through leadership and professional development of the staff.

Requirements:

Education, Certification, and/or Licensure:

• Graduate of a formal radiation therapy technology program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).
• Licensed by the WV Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board of Examiners.
• Board Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiation Therapy.
• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.
• West Virginia state criminal background check required, and Federal if applicable.

Experience:

• Five (5) years of clinical experience as a radiation therapist.

Preferred Qualifications:

Education, Certification, and/or Licensure:

• Bachelor's Degree in healthcare field.

Experience:

• Seven (7) years of experience as a radiation therapist.
• Knowledge of Varian linear accelerators and ARIA Oncology Information System.
• Previous experience in a leadership role.

Core Responsibilities:

• Administer external radiation therapy as prescribed.
• Perform simulations and localization according to protocols.
• Coordinate activities of Staff Radiation Therapists.
• Lead the team in developing new techniques and resolving clinical problems.
• Manage triage of emergent cases and coordinate on-call activities.
• Train and mentor students, providing feedback and assessments.
• Ensure safe utilization of electronic medical records and verification systems.
• Manage therapists during equipment failures and notify relevant parties.
• Participate in departmental meetings and lead therapist huddles.
• Work with staff to efficiently solve treatment planning and delivery problems.
• Develop orientation plans for new staff.
• Provide input into performance evaluations and recruitment processes.
• Assess and evaluate equipment and supplies for the department.

Physical Requirements:

• Differentiate various shades of gray on monitors or photographs.
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 8 hours a day.
• Lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds; carry up to 20 pounds.
• See details at close range.

Working Environment:

• Work in a complex, demanding environment with varying workloads.
• Work with ionizing radiation, computers, cancer patients, and their families.
• Physical demands include lifting and repositioning patients.

Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient technical knowledge and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to maintain professional relationships with physicians, staff, and patients.
• Manage multiple areas and projects effectively.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Demonstrate strong customer service skills and resolve problems creatively.
• Ability to innovate and implement new procedures.