Chief radiation therapist job description
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Chief radiation therapist requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in chief radiation therapist job postings.
Sample chief radiation therapist requirements
- A bachelor's degree in radiation therapy or related field
- A current radiation therapy license in the state of employment
- At least 5 years of experience as a radiation therapist
- Strong knowledge of radiation therapy equipment and procedures
Sample required chief radiation therapist soft skills
- Excellent communication skills to interact with patients and staff
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records
- Commitment to patient care and safety
Chief radiation therapist job description example 1
Tampa General Hospital chief radiation therapist job description
Radiation Therapist Chief - (220002S1) Description
Facility Profile
TGH is the area's only level I trauma center and one of just two ABA-verified adult & pediatric burn centers in Florida. With five medical helicopters*, we transport critically injured or ill patients from 23 surrounding counties to receive the advanced care they need. The hospital is home to one of the busiest solid organ transplant centers in the country. TGH is a nationally designated comprehensive stroke center, and has a 32-bed Neuroscience Intensive Care Unit. Other outstanding centers include cardiovascular, orthopedics, high-risk and normal obstetrics, urology, ENT, endocrinology, and the Children's Medical Center, which features a nine-bed pediatric intensive care unit and pediatric kidney transplant services. As the region's leading safety net hospital, Tampa General is committed to providing area residents with world-class and compassionate health care ranging from the simplest to the most complex medical services.
Tampa General Hospital was named the #1 hospital in Tampa Bay by U.S. News & World Report, 2020-2021, and recognized as one of America's Best Hospital's in five medical specialties: Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Gastroenterology & GI Surgery, Nephrology, and Orthopedics. Tampa General Hospital has been designated a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), the highest recognition for nursing excellence, for the fourth consecutive time - an accomplishment that fewer than one percent of hospitals nationwide have earned. TGH is accredited by The Joint Commission and was awarded disease-specific certification in five medical specialties. TGH is also accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). *Air transport provided by Metro Aviation, Inc.
Job Summary
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Responsible for the management and supervision of Staff of the clinical treatment areas, including External Beam Radiation Therapy,
Simulation, Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy/Stereotactic Radiosurgery, Brachytherapy, and Proton Therapy Programs. Coordinates the
daily technical operations of the radiation oncology centers across the TGH system. Works with the physicians, physicists, dosimetrists, and
clinical operational managers and staff to ensure that the treatment area runs efficiently, and patients are treated in a timely manner.
Supports the directors in implementing new policies and procedures as well as in attaining departmental and organizational goals. Also
required to demonstrate leadership and have the ability to make decisions and solve problems as they arise. Responsible for the
implementation and continuous review of clinical practice standards as it relates to external beam treatment delivery and Brachytherapy.
Balances clinical responsibilities (80%) with managerial responsibilities (20%). Associates of the TGH/RO team must be committed to the
mission. Enforces established departmental codes and procedures within the hospitals across the TGH system. Manage, supervise, and
coordinate delivery of patient care for all Radiation Oncology patient treatment areas across the Tampa General Hospital system. Ensure
compliance with clinical patient care standards and established policies and procedures. Plan, schedule, and organize work for the group
ensuring proper distribution and delegation of assignments and efficient utilization of personnel, space, and facilities. Actively supports and
promotes a professional model that encourages staff participation in the development of clinical standards. Openly support and consistently
communicate the vision and mission of the department and organization. Functions as liaison between therapists, physicians, physicists,
dosimetrists, nurses, administration, patients, and students, promoting harmonious relations and favorable attitudes among the health care
team.
Qualifications Required Skills
QUALIFICATIONS:
● Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy Technology Program, B. S degree, Master's Degree (preferred)
● 3-5 years of management experience
● Be knowledgeable regarding human anatomy
● Be able to physically assist patients entering and exiting the treatment area, as well as be able to successfully pass basic radiation
safety training
● Be responsible and present well, and demonstrate excellent customer service skills with all patients, visitors and management staff
● Demonstrate excellent communication skills
● EMR systems: Aria, Epic (Preferred)
● Varian Linacs (Required), Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy/Stereotactic Radiosurgery (Preferred) and Proton therapy (Preferred)
● Radiation Therapist: 10 years (Preferred)
● Medical Terminology: 1 year (Preferred)
Primary Location: TampaWork Locations: TGH Main Campus 1 Tampa General Circle Tampa 33606Job: AmbulatoryOrganization: TGH - HospitalSchedule: Full-time Shift: Day JobJob Posting: Sep 7, 2022, 4:14:33 PM
Facility Profile
TGH is the area's only level I trauma center and one of just two ABA-verified adult & pediatric burn centers in Florida. With five medical helicopters*, we transport critically injured or ill patients from 23 surrounding counties to receive the advanced care they need. The hospital is home to one of the busiest solid organ transplant centers in the country. TGH is a nationally designated comprehensive stroke center, and has a 32-bed Neuroscience Intensive Care Unit. Other outstanding centers include cardiovascular, orthopedics, high-risk and normal obstetrics, urology, ENT, endocrinology, and the Children's Medical Center, which features a nine-bed pediatric intensive care unit and pediatric kidney transplant services. As the region's leading safety net hospital, Tampa General is committed to providing area residents with world-class and compassionate health care ranging from the simplest to the most complex medical services.
Tampa General Hospital was named the #1 hospital in Tampa Bay by U.S. News & World Report, 2020-2021, and recognized as one of America's Best Hospital's in five medical specialties: Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Gastroenterology & GI Surgery, Nephrology, and Orthopedics. Tampa General Hospital has been designated a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), the highest recognition for nursing excellence, for the fourth consecutive time - an accomplishment that fewer than one percent of hospitals nationwide have earned. TGH is accredited by The Joint Commission and was awarded disease-specific certification in five medical specialties. TGH is also accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). *Air transport provided by Metro Aviation, Inc.
Job Summary
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Responsible for the management and supervision of Staff of the clinical treatment areas, including External Beam Radiation Therapy,
Simulation, Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy/Stereotactic Radiosurgery, Brachytherapy, and Proton Therapy Programs. Coordinates the
daily technical operations of the radiation oncology centers across the TGH system. Works with the physicians, physicists, dosimetrists, and
clinical operational managers and staff to ensure that the treatment area runs efficiently, and patients are treated in a timely manner.
Supports the directors in implementing new policies and procedures as well as in attaining departmental and organizational goals. Also
required to demonstrate leadership and have the ability to make decisions and solve problems as they arise. Responsible for the
implementation and continuous review of clinical practice standards as it relates to external beam treatment delivery and Brachytherapy.
Balances clinical responsibilities (80%) with managerial responsibilities (20%). Associates of the TGH/RO team must be committed to the
mission. Enforces established departmental codes and procedures within the hospitals across the TGH system. Manage, supervise, and
coordinate delivery of patient care for all Radiation Oncology patient treatment areas across the Tampa General Hospital system. Ensure
compliance with clinical patient care standards and established policies and procedures. Plan, schedule, and organize work for the group
ensuring proper distribution and delegation of assignments and efficient utilization of personnel, space, and facilities. Actively supports and
promotes a professional model that encourages staff participation in the development of clinical standards. Openly support and consistently
communicate the vision and mission of the department and organization. Functions as liaison between therapists, physicians, physicists,
dosimetrists, nurses, administration, patients, and students, promoting harmonious relations and favorable attitudes among the health care
team.
Qualifications Required Skills
QUALIFICATIONS:
● Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy Technology Program, B. S degree, Master's Degree (preferred)
● 3-5 years of management experience
● Be knowledgeable regarding human anatomy
● Be able to physically assist patients entering and exiting the treatment area, as well as be able to successfully pass basic radiation
safety training
● Be responsible and present well, and demonstrate excellent customer service skills with all patients, visitors and management staff
● Demonstrate excellent communication skills
● EMR systems: Aria, Epic (Preferred)
● Varian Linacs (Required), Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy/Stereotactic Radiosurgery (Preferred) and Proton therapy (Preferred)
● Radiation Therapist: 10 years (Preferred)
● Medical Terminology: 1 year (Preferred)
Primary Location: TampaWork Locations: TGH Main Campus 1 Tampa General Circle Tampa 33606Job: AmbulatoryOrganization: TGH - HospitalSchedule: Full-time Shift: Day JobJob Posting: Sep 7, 2022, 4:14:33 PM
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024