Manager of Radiation Oncology

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois•Freeport, IL

1d•$108,634 - $173,814

About The Position

The Radiation Oncology Manager plans, directs, and supervises operations of the Mercy Regional Cancer Center. The role combines radiation therapy clinical expertise with leadership of a dedicated team and responsibility for departmental operations and patient care. The manager develops and evaluates Cancer Center policies, goals, and objectives to support quality care, efficient operations, regulatory compliance, and Mercy Health System’s mission, vision, and values. The position works closely with the Director on strategic policies and oversees Radiation Oncology departments in Janesville and Rockford, as well as any additional clinics added in the future. The manager recruits, trains, and evaluates clinic management and supervisory staff; participates in program development, budgeting, and committee work; interprets and enforces policies; resolves complaints; and leads Cancer Center quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives. The position supervises radiation therapists and dosimetrists and is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of radiation oncology operations. The role requires technical understanding of radiation oncology and medical physics to support computerized treatment planning and communication with Radiation Oncologists and Radiation Therapists. The work environment includes radiation hazards and OSHA Exposure Category A, with usually moderate noise. The position serves adult and geriatric patients and has access to patient-care, financial, human-resource, and strategic-planning information as directed by the Director. The schedule is Monday through Friday, day shift, 40 hours per week, with 24/7 accountability.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited radiation therapy program.
At least two years of experience as a radiation therapist.
ARRT registration in Radiation Therapy.
CPR certification.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
Technical understanding of radiation oncology and medical physics sufficient to derive computerized treatment plans and communicate them to Radiation Oncologists and Radiation Therapists.
Mathematical skills including algebra, trigonometry, and introductory calculus, and ability to visualize objects in three dimensions.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
Ability to perform multiple functions with minimal direction and independently of supervision.
Complex problem-solving ability.
Strong interpretive and analytical skills.
Ability to perform the stated essential physical functions, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Passing applicable driver’s license and/or credit checks for positions requiring them, and passing the applicable Wisconsin or Illinois caregiver background check.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of an accredited medical dosimetry program or equivalent.
At least two years of experience as a medical dosimetrist.
Supervisory experience.
Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD).

Responsibilities

Plan, direct, and supervise all operations of the Mercy Regional Cancer Center.
Recruit, train, and evaluate clinic management and supervisory staff.
Develop, implement, and evaluate Cancer Center policies, goals, and objectives to support quality care, efficient operations, regulatory compliance, and the health system’s mission, vision, and values.
Participate in the development and modification of Cancer Center programs.
Interpret and enforce department and institutional policies.
Participate in developing and monitoring the Cancer Center budget.
Participate in appropriate clinic and Health System committees.
Investigate and resolve complaints or refer unusual problems to a superior.
Work with the Director to develop and implement strategic policies.
Maintain and develop Cancer Center quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.
Supervise radiation therapists and dosimetrists, including interviewing, hiring, training, assigning and directing work, evaluating performance, addressing complaints, and resolving problems.
Provide overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of radiation oncology operations across the Janesville and Rockford departments and any future clinics.
Support computerized treatment planning and communicate technical aspects to the Radiation Oncologist for approval and Radiation Therapists for implementation.