Chief Radiation Therapy Technologist (H)

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The UHealth system at the University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a Chief Radiation Therapist at our Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center.

SUMMARY

The Chief Radiation Therapist under the general direction of the Radiation Oncology Manager or Director is responsible for the smooth patient throughput and supervision of functions related to the day to day operation of the Radiation Oncology treatment clinic. The Chief Radiation Therapist is responsible for operations of the clinic in the absence of the Manager.

CORE FUNCTIONS

• Administers and simulates radiation therapy treatments, to include HDR, IMRT, IGRT, CBCT & other modalities as needed. 

•           Directs work of Radiation Therapists to include accuracy of work, productivity and progress of patients.

•       Maintains department records, reports, and files as required.

•          Adheres to radiation safety procedure protocol.

•            Works closely with the Radiation Oncologist and the therapy team in the preparation of a treatment plan that customized to the patient’s needs.

•           Assists with Human Resources responsibilities.

•           Actively participates in training and orientation of new employees as well as developing unit objectives.

•            Incorporates department and hospital policies and procedures into care provided and assists with the  interpretation of policies and procedures.

•          Collaborates with Medical Oncology, Nutritional Services & Social Services for the coordination of patient care and schedules for radiation patients.

•             Ensures proper inventory and management of technical supplies.

•             Understands and trouble-shoots all the complex technological equipment necessary to the department for the delivery of safe, appropriate & effective patient care. 

•             Ensures the effective scheduling of new start patients, daily treatments & simulations.

•             Provides back-up for Manager in their absence or when requested as needed.

•             Advises and updates staff on procedural changes.

•             Attends operations, CQI and managers meetings or others as requested

•             Assigns and monitors the work of Radiation Therapist to ensure accuracy and productivity standards are met.

•             Maintains clinical/technical proficiency and provides coverage as needed.

•             Collaborates with Manager or Director to ensure appropriate level of staffing.

•             Performs other related duties as assigned.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.

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