Chief Therapist

RWJBarnabas Health

Trenton (NJ)

On-site

USD 59,000 - 72,000

Full time

2 days ago

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PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

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Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Chief Therapist in Radiation Oncology at RWJ Hamilton to provide clinical oversight, staff leadership, and operational management within a high-volume oncology department.

The role emphasizes independent clinical judgment, resource scheduling, and collaboration with the Vice President and Medical Director to ensure quality patient care across all lifespans. Strong supervision and regulatory compliance are essential.

Qualifications

Graduate of a JCERT accredited school of radiation therapy.
Active ARRT certification in Radiation Therapy.
NJDEP licensure and CPR certification required.
Minimum of 7 years of clinical Radiation Oncology experience.
Supervisory/leadership experience preferred.
Proficiency with ARIA and EPIC EMR platforms.

Responsibilities

Prepare staff assignments and daily coverage plans to ensure smooth workflow between simulation, dosimetry, and treatment units.
Operate ARIA and EPIC systems to support safe diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Assist physicians and the medical director in reviews and chart checks; monitor follow-up recommendations.
Develop and enforce departmental policies aligned with JCERT and regulatory standards.
Maintain quality assurance, report equipment issues, and manage staffing metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Critical thinking

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

JCERT accredited Radiation Therapy program

ARRT Radiation Therapy certification

Tools

ARIA

EPIC EMR

Job description

Req #: 0000267172
Category: Radiology / Imaging / Radiation
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: RWJ Hamilton
Department: Radiation Oncology
Pay Range: $58.63 - $71.79 per year
Location: One Hamilton Health Place, Hamilton, NJ 08619
Job Title: Chief Therapist
Location: RWJUH Hamilton Hospital
Department Name: Radiation Oncology
Req #: 0000267172
Status: Salaried
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $58.63 - $71.79 per year

Pay Transparency

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.
The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Chief Therapist – RWJBarnabas Health

At RWJBarnabas Health, the Chief Therapist plays a critical role in patient care and operational excellence. Operating with a high level of independence, they perform complex clinical treatment oversight and departmental management procedures according to strict medical, legal, and professional regulatory standards. They are responsible for exercising professional judgment during complex or crisis situations, ensuring accurate resource scheduling, delivering age-specific care across all lifespans, and maintaining seamless workflow collaboration within the multidisciplinary oncology department.

A Typical Day For a Chief Therapist May Include

Prepares technical staff assignments and daily coverage plans, clearly explains the process, and positions resources to facilitate a smooth workflow between simulation, dosimetry, and treatment units
Operates advanced computer networks, billing systems, ARIA, and EPIC applications necessary to ensure a safe and accurate diagnostic and therapeutic procedure environment
Assist physicians and the medical director during clinical reviews and peer review sessions by tracking, generating chart checklists, or monitoring follow-up recommendations
Sets up departmental policies and essential operational guidelines following JCERT and regulatory frameworks, handles staff payroll, and reviews metrics to assist with administrative oversight
Calibrates, maintains, and adjusts quality assurance compliance requirements, and reports equipment errors, staffing shortages, or procedure variances immediately to department leadership
Monitors and calls out technical quality metrics, alerting the healthcare leadership team immediately to any changes in department operations or compliance risks
Utilizes charting systems and hospital databases to enter accurately identified and verified records of patients, and retrieves old therapeutic and simulation reports when necessary
Demonstrates working knowledge of radiation oncology protocols including NJDEP guidelines, APEX criteria, Joint Commission standards, and safety shielding techniques
Collaborates professionally in an intensive clinical environment, leading monthly staff meetings and working in close cooperation with the Vice President and Medical Director
Demonstrates initiative, flexibility, and the ability to assume administrative multi-task duties and function under significant time pressures and over scheduled hours when required

This Role Might Be For You If

Clear, compassionate communication defines how you interact with patients, families, and colleagues
Attention to detail and clinical precision guide your work every day, understanding that errors have serious consequence
You have knowledge of healthcare informatics that are vital for entry and documentation of patient activities in the pharmacy documentation database.
You remain calm and highly adaptable while managing a fast-paced retail environment
You work as a team player, and enhances team effectiveness through dependability.
Patient safety, accurate drug evaluation, and delivering high-quality pharmaceutical care are your top priorities
You enjoy working collaboratively with providers, nurses, and interdisciplinary care teams
Continuous learning, inventory awareness, and operational efficiency motivate you
Creating a positive, reassuring, and legally compliant patient experience is central to your approach

To Be Considered For This Chief Therapist Opportunity

Graduate of a JCERT accredited school of radiation therapy
Problem-solving, critical thinking, decisive judgment, collaboration, and the ability to work with minimal supervision
Active certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiation Therapy
Valid New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) licensure and active CPR certification
Minimum of 7 years of clinical experience in Radiation Oncology is required
Prior supervisory, managerial, or clinical tech leadership experience is preferred
Proven proficiency utilizing specialized oncology software networks, specifically ARIA and EPIC EMR platforms
Ability to manage administrative workflows including performance evaluations, payroll processing, and policy creation
Demonstrated commitment to clinical instruction, with the ability to supervise and evaluate student technologists

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.