Merit Health Central

Job Summary

The Director, Oncology is responsible for the leadership of Radiation Oncology with direct oversight of the day-to-day operations, staff supervision and communication and collaboration with physicians, physicist, nursing staff, front desk staff, etc. The principle responsibilities include management of day-to-day operations, establishing clinical standards of care; personnel management, assist administration in the preparation of the department budget; serving as a liaison with external vendors; participation in the capital equipment requests process including equipment evaluation; procurement and evaluation of other equipment and supplies. The Radiation Oncology Director collaborates with physicians and physicists on issues related to the management of patient care. The Director acts as a resource within the institution and to the community in the care of cancer patients. The Director is responsible for the education, staff development and quality improvement for the Radiation Therapists.

Essential Functions

• Evaluates competence of RTT's on each technology and procedure for which they are assigned to perform.
• Determines resources needed for new technologies and procedures.
• Establishes training programs for RTT's on new technologies and procedures.
• Coordinates and implements work assignments of radiation therapists to ensure proper work coverage and practical experience.
• Proactively advises and counsels student therapists and RTT's with issues and concerns.
• Serves as a member of management team to identify and solve problems, develop and implement policies and procedures, reviews and acts upon issues facing Radiation Oncology and the institution as a whole.
• Participates in capital equipment purchases and budget planning.
• Establishes and continue to update an onboarding program for new hires.
• Provides radiation therapy services by contributing as an essential member of the radiation oncology treatment team through provision of total quality care of each patient.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families and other members of the radiation oncology team.
• Handles stressful situations, making informed decisions and giving emotional support to patients and their families.
• Documents accurately and legible treatment set-ups, doses and calculations.
• Uses good judgment in regard to situations in which treatment be held until consultation with the radiation oncologist.
• Explains procedure to patient, means of communication during treatment and procedure to be followed if emergency arises during treatment.
• Provides instructional direction to therapists and students in correct procedure and practice for both routine and complex tumor localization and treatment.
• Fulfills the essential functions of a registered RTT in the clinical setting of Radiation Oncology.
• Evaluates and assesses treatment delivery components by: manually performing quality assurance and quality control checks, observing monitors and scales to note divergence from expected readings, detecting equipment malfunctions and taking appropriate action.
• Evaluates and assesses daily, the physiologic and psychological responsiveness of each patient delivery. Providing effective patient education.
• Maintains values congruent with the profession's code of ethics and scope of practice as well as adhering to national, institutional and / or departmental standards, policies and procedures regarding treatment delivery and patient care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Supervision and Staff Management
  • Provides leadership, mentorship and professional development opportunities for departmental staff.
  • Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources. Consults with leadership on any potential staffing issues.
  • Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development.
• Strategic Planning and Financial Oversight
  • Collaborates with hospital leadership to set the strategic direction for the department, including budgeting, resource allocation and long-term planning.
  • Monitors expenditures, ensuring cost-effective delivery of services.
  • Evaluates and implements new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures and protocols to optimize quality and overall efficiencies.
• Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance
  • Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies. May oversee the accreditation process with relevant agencies ensuring that services meet or exceed industry standards.
  • Participates in audits, inspections and accreditation processes as applicable.
  • Follows established quality control practices to ensure accuracy, consistency and safety.
• Collaboration and Communication
  • Works closely with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery.
  • Stays up-to-date with industry advancements, new technologies, and regulatory changes.
• Staff Responsibilities
  • May work in a staff role, when required. Ensures that duties and responsibilities are fulfilled while meeting all competencies established for that job.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy program required
• Master's Degree graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy Masters' program preferred
• 5-7 years clinical work experience as a Radiation Therapist required
• 4-6 years prior supervisory or department director role in Radiation Therapy preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in managing daily operations of a Radiation Oncology department.
• Ability to supervise and lead staff effectively.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with medical professionals and staff.
• Expertise in establishing clinical standards of care.
• Competence in budget preparation and financial management.
• Skills in liaising with external vendors and managing equipment procurement.
• Ability to evaluate and procure capital equipment.
• Knowledge of personnel management and development.
• Experience in quality improvement initiatives.
• Ability to act as a resource for cancer patient care within the institution and community.

Licenses and Certifications

• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Registered in Radiation Therapy required
• Licensed Radiologic Technologist As required required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required