Lead Radiation Therapist

LCMC Health•Metairie, LA

27d

About The Position

The Radiation Therapist Lead assists the department leaders with overseeing departmental operations and staffing. Ensures accurate, complete and timely application and execution of a planned course of radiotherapy according to the prescription and instruction of the radiation oncologist along with assisting physicians in mapping of the radiation fields during the simulation process. Assists in the effort of medical physics management, nursing, secretarial and other technical staff to provide concise and comprehensive care for all patients. Day to Day GENERAL DUTIES Completes patient assessment prior to treatment in order to minimize a patient's potential complications and uses appropriate resources through physicians, dieticians, etc. in responding to patient needs. Employs appropriate and correct techniques to safely and accurately administer radiation therapy treatments based on physician's orders; continually monitors response to care given on all assigned patients. Completes accurate clerical records concerning patient records and charges in a timely fashion. Provides education and information to patients and family members to help overcome fears and myths regarding treatment. Ensures that accurate and all relevant data is passed on to the therapist or the radiation oncologist that are to carry out dose calculation of the treatment. Reviews prescription, diagnosis, patient chart, and identification before initiating treatment. Administers prescribed doses of radiation to specific body parts, using radiation therapy equipment according to established practices and standards. Advises, develops and implements new or changes in treatment techniques and/or philosophies into department standards. Operates all types of radiation therapy machines and CT simulator technology at assigned location utilizing the latest treatment techniques Assists in managing the technical area to maximize quality patient care. Assists in preparation and administration of departmental operational budget in areas pertinent to the treatment and simulation area.

Requirements

3 years of experience as a Staff Therapist, supervisory/manager in Radiation Oncology.
Graduate JCERT approved school of Radiation Therapy.
Associate's Degree.
Certification Name: Radiation Therapy - R.T(T)(ARRT) Required Issuer: American Academy of Radiation Therapy Licensure Specialty: Certification
Certification Name: Basic Life Support Health Care Provider Required Issuer: American Heart Association Licensure Specialty: Training Certification
Certification Name: Radiation Therapy - LSRTBE Required Issuer: Louisiana State Radiation Technology Board of Examiners Licensure Specialty: Licensure
Current knowledge of appropriate clinical practice, radiation protection and quality assurance, patient management and care, charges, basic dosimetry and equipment.
Experience with MS Word, Excel Spreadsheets, Dashboards, Statistical Reports.
Ability to plan and be flexible.
Must have good supervisory skills to provide direction and demonstrate leadership.
Must be able to demonstrate initiative to proactively diagnose and resolve problems.
New program development, and Quality Improvement initiatives experience.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science Degree.

Responsibilities

Completes patient assessment prior to treatment in order to minimize a patient's potential complications and uses appropriate resources through physicians, dieticians, etc. in responding to patient needs.
Employs appropriate and correct techniques to safely and accurately administer radiation therapy treatments based on physician's orders; continually monitors response to care given on all assigned patients.
Completes accurate clerical records concerning patient records and charges in a timely fashion.
Provides education and information to patients and family members to help overcome fears and myths regarding treatment.
Ensures that accurate and all relevant data is passed on to the therapist or the radiation oncologist that are to carry out dose calculation of the treatment.
Reviews prescription, diagnosis, patient chart, and identification before initiating treatment.
Administers prescribed doses of radiation to specific body parts, using radiation therapy equipment according to established practices and standards.
Advises, develops and implements new or changes in treatment techniques and/or philosophies into department standards.
Operates all types of radiation therapy machines and CT simulator technology at assigned location utilizing the latest treatment techniques
Assists in managing the technical area to maximize quality patient care.
Assists in preparation and administration of departmental operational budget in areas pertinent to the treatment and simulation area.