Director of Oncology

CHS Career Site•Victoria, TX

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About The Position

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.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field required or
Seven (7) plus years of direct experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree required
3-5 years of experience in closely related field with Bachelor's degree required
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and manage cross-functional relationships.
Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
Communicate effectively with leadership, team members, and stakeholders.
Ability to work effectively with others, delegate responsibilities, and independently manage tasks while meeting established deadlines.
Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
In depth knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory compliance (if applicable).
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Proficiency with Google and Microsoft platforms, healthcare software systems, and data analysis tools.
RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
Radiation Therapist (ARRT-T) required
Licensed Radiologic Technologist as applicable by state required
BCLS - Basic Life Support required

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree preferred
3-5 years of previous leadership experience preferred

Responsibilities

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.
Documents accurately and legible treatment set-ups, doses and calculations.
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.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
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.
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.
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.
Works closely with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery.
Stays up-to-date with industry advancements, new technologies, and regulatory changes.
May work in a staff role, when required. Ensures that duties and responsibilities are fulfilled while meeting all competencies established for that job.