Radiation Oncology Manager

Marion-Health; Marion (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Marion Health in Indiana is seeking a Radiation Oncology Manager to oversee the daily operations, staffing, and clinical quality of the Radiation Oncology Department. The role provides leadership to radiation therapy staff and ensures safe, efficient, high-quality services in line with physician orders and hospital standards.

The manager will perform radiation therapy and CT simulation duties as needed, participate in patient care activities, and coordinate regulatory compliance, staffing, and

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiation Oncology Technology/Radiation Therapy.
• Current ARRT certification in Radiation Therapy.
• Current Indiana State License as a Radiation Therapist.
• Three years of experience as a Radiation Therapist.
• Demonstrated clinical competency in radiation therapy and CT simulation.
• BLS certification or obtain during Orientation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily department operations and staffing for Radiation Oncology.
• Provide leadership and oversight to radiation therapy staff.
• Ensure delivery of safe, high-quality radiation therapy services per physician orders and policies.
• Perform radiation therapy and CT simulation duties as needed.
• Support regulatory and accreditation requirements and promote patient safety.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Clinical reasoning

Computer skills

Analytical thinking

Discretion

Education

Graduate of Radiation Therapy program

ARRT Radiation Therapy certification

Indiana Radiation Therapist license

Job description

Additional Shift Details: occasional weekends

Job Summary

The Radiation Oncology Manager is responsible for the overall coordination, daily operations, clinical quality, staffing, and performance of the Radiation Oncology Department. This position provides leadership and oversight to radiation therapy staff and ensures the delivery of safe, efficient, high-quality radiation therapy services in accordance with physician orders, department policies, hospital standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.

This is a working clinical management position. The Radiation Oncology Manager is expected to maintain clinical competency and participate in the department's routine radiation therapist staffing and patient care activities as part of the normal work schedule. The manager will perform radiation therapy and CT simulation duties alongside other department staff based on daily staffing needs and patient volume. Dedicated administrative or office time will be scheduled as department staffing and operational needs allow.

The Radiation Oncology Manager serves as a clinical and operational resource for radiation therapy staff and is responsible for maintaining appropriate staffing, coordinating daily departmental activities, monitoring quality and patient safety, supporting regulatory and accreditation requirements, ensuring radiation safety practices are followed, and promoting a positive experience for patients, families, providers, employees, and other stakeholders.

The Radiation Oncology Manager works collaboratively with Radiation Oncologists, Medical Oncology, nursing, physics, dosimetry, hospital leadership, vendors, regulatory agencies, and other departments to ensure the effective operation and continued development of Radiation Oncology services. Performs other duties as assigned.

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiation Oncology Technology/Radiation Therapy.
• Current certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiation Therapy.
• Current Indiana State License as a Radiation Therapist.
• Three years of experience as a Radiation Therapist.
• Demonstrated clinical competency in radiation therapy and CT simulation.
• BLS certification or must obtain during Orientation and prior to reporting to the department.

Preferred Job Requirements

• Prior supervisory, management, or demonstrated leadership experience in Radiation Oncology or a related healthcare setting preferred.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Excellent communication skills to effectively and tactfully communicate with patients and their families and guests, co-workers, managers, Marion Health Administrators, providers, consultants, business associates and regulatory agencies presenting a professional image as a representative of Marion Health.
• Interpersonal skills necessary in order to carry out duties in a professional manner, as well as the ability to work well under stress.
• Ability to provide clinical reasoning; decision-making and critical thinking.
• Highly developed computer skills and the ability to learn and proficiently perform computer applications related to department operations and job function.
• Analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to be discreet and protect the integrity of any confidential matter or information encountered during the performance of job duties.

Working Conditions

• Typical hospital clinical environment with frequent standing and walking.
• Work may be subject to interruptions.
• Risk of occupational exposure to blood and other potentially infectious, electrical and radiation hazards.
• Works with protected health information.
• Ability to work any shift, occasional extended hours, holidays and/or weekends based on the needs of the department.

Physical and Mental Activities, Tools and Equipment

• Standing, walking, stooping, bending, lifting, pushing and pulling to provide patient care and to utilize patient care devices necessary to perform duties in a safe manner.
• Uses computer and other standard office equipment.
• Uses patient care tools and equipment as they relate to area of clinical specialty.

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