Chief Radiation Therapist- Atrium Health Radiation Therapy University City Main FT

Job Summary

Performs department operations in the absence of Leadership. Supervises radiation therapists. Responsible for staff scheduling, quality of exams performed, trains and provides in-service education to staff.

  Essential Functions

·         Responsible for quality assurance and ensures weekly chart checks are completed.

·         Maintains employee records and assists with performance appraisals.

·         Ensures regulatory and accreditation requirements are upheld.

·         Responsible for monitoring productivity and adhering to budgetary constraints.

·         Acts as a liaison between therapy staff and physics/physicians.

·         Responsible for maintaining departmental therapy policies.

·         Monitors daily charges and educates staff on billing and documentation changes.

·         Performs daily treatments and simulations as needed.

·         Demonstrates thought leadership

·         Acts as a patient advocate and addresses concerns regarding treatment experience.

·         Serves as clinical liaison between interdepartmental hospital needs.

·         Performs daily treatment and simulations as needed.

Physical Requirements

This position requires extensive periods of standing, walking, bending, stretching and lifting. Must be able to push, pull, and lift weights of up to 35 pounds with assistance. Must be able to speak and understand English.  Critical thinking and ability to concentrate.  Must be able to respond quickly and make decisions to changes in the department.  Exposure to radiation, pathogens and hazardous materials. Environment is climate controlled. Must show evidence of job-specific competencies.

Education, Experience and Certifications

High School Diploma or GED required. Completion of AMA approved School of Therapeutic Radiology. ARRT registry required. 5 years experience as a Radiation Therapist required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Atrium Health is one of the nation’s leading healthcare organizations, connecting patients with on-demand care, world-class specialists and the region’s largest primary care network. A recognized leader in healthcare delivery, quality and innovation, our foundation rests on providing clinically excellent and compassionate care.

We’ve been serving our community since 1940, when we opened our doors as Charlotte Memorial Hospital. Since then, our network has grown to include more than 40 hospitals and 900 care locations ranging from doctors’ offices to behavioral health centers to nursing homes.

Our focus: Delivering the highest quality patient care, supporting medical research and education, and joining with partners outside our walls to keep our community healthy.